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Exploring the concept of pilgrimage, Oliver Smith embarks on a transformative journey across Britain's sacred landscapes, from prehistoric sites to contemporary venues like football stadiums. His adventure includes climbing remote sea caves, sleeping in Neolithic tombs, and traversing ancient roads to churches and standing stones. This travelogue connects historical rituals with modern experiences, revealing how the act of journeying continues to provide meaning and insight into the human soul. Smith's well-researched narrative blends history, spirituality, and personal reflection.
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On This Holy Island, Oliver Smith
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- Released
- 2025
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- Title
- On This Holy Island
- Subtitle
- A Modern Pilgrimage Across Britain
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Oliver Smith
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Released
- 2025
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 256
- ISBN13
- 9781399409049
- Category
- Maps and Travel, Travelogues
- Description
- Exploring the concept of pilgrimage, Oliver Smith embarks on a transformative journey across Britain's sacred landscapes, from prehistoric sites to contemporary venues like football stadiums. His adventure includes climbing remote sea caves, sleeping in Neolithic tombs, and traversing ancient roads to churches and standing stones. This travelogue connects historical rituals with modern experiences, revealing how the act of journeying continues to provide meaning and insight into the human soul. Smith's well-researched narrative blends history, spirituality, and personal reflection.