{"product_id":"9781529424263","title":"Wild","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWild\u003c\/strong\u003e by Amy Jeffs embarks on an insightful exploration of the intricate relationship between landscapes and medieval texts. This thought-provoking journey is divided into seven thematic chapters: Earth, Ocean, Forest, Beast, Fen, Catastrophe, and Paradise. Each chapter opens with a fictional narrative that sets the scene, followed by reflective commentary that invites deeper consideration of the themes presented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Plot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJeffs traverses varied terrains, drawing connections between the natural world and the stories that inhabit it. Through her vivid retellings of lesser-known medieval tales, she highlights the often-overlooked voices of women, outcasts, and animals. This approach not only enriches our understanding of the medieval era but also resonates with contemporary themes of marginalisation and identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThemes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book delves into the idea of \u003cit\u003elandscape as a narrative canvas\u003c\/it\u003e, where the physical environment shapes and is shaped by the stories told within it. Jeffs' reflections encourage readers to consider the significance of place in shaping human experience and the narratives we construct around it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWriting Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003eWild\u003c\/strong\u003e, Jeffs combines lyrical prose with original wood engravings, enhancing the reader's immersion into the worlds she describes. Her narrative style is both engaging and contemplative, making the text a rich tapestry of history, mythology, and personal reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor readers who appreciate the blend of history and storytelling, \u003cstrong\u003eWild\u003c\/strong\u003e aligns well with works like \u003cstrong\u003eThe Wild Places\u003c\/strong\u003e by Robert Macfarlane and \u003cstrong\u003eLandmarks\u003c\/strong\u003e by the same author.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of literary explorations of nature in texts such as \u003cstrong\u003eBraiding Sweetgrass\u003c\/strong\u003e by Robin Wall Kimmerer will find much to admire in Jeffs’ work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Quercus Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52951379870028,"sku":"9781529424263","price":107.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9781529424263_front.webp?v=1765294889","url":"https:\/\/foxandfable.com\/en-dk\/products\/9781529424263","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}