The Enchanted Life
Reclaiming the Magic and Wisdom of the Natural World
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Duckworth Books
Published:3rd Jun '21
Should be back in stock very soon
A book of natural wonders, practical guidance and life-changing empowerment, by the author of the word-of-mouth bestseller If Women Rose Rooted
Taking the inspiration and wisdom that can be derived from myth, fairy tales and folk culture, The Enchanted Life offers a set of practical and grounded tools for reclaiming enchantment in our lives, giving us a greater sense of meaning and of belonging to the world. An inspiring, beautifully written call to re-engage with the natural world.
'Engaging and inspiring, Sharon Blackie's beautiful book will empower people to find wonder in everyday life' Clover Stroud
The enchanted life has nothing to do with fantasy or escapism or magical thinking: it is founded on a vivid sense of belongingness to a rich and many-layered world. It is creative, intuitive, imaginative. It thrives on work that has heart and meaning. It loves wild things, but returns to an enchanted home and garden. It respects the instinctive knowledge and playfulness of children, and relishes story, poetry and art.
Taking the inspiration and wisdom that can be derived from myth, fairy tales and folk culture, this book offers a set of practical and grounded tools for enchanting our lives and the places we live in, giving us a greater sense of meaning and of belonging to the world.
An inspiring, beautifully written call to re-engage with the world - giving us the tools for profound and whole-hearted participation in the adventure of life.
'A new Sharon Blackie is always a cause for celebration' Melissa Harrison, author of Clay and At Hawthorn Time
'Sharon Blackie weaves a rich tableau of what a life full of wonder and authentic connection might look like, supplying practical ways to approach ancient wisdom. Her book is a beautiful roadmap to purposeful change' Lynn Thomson, author of Birding with Yeats
'Engaging and inspiring, Sharon Blackie's beautiful book will empower people to find wonder in everyday life' Clover Stroud, author of The Wild Other
'This is a wonderful and important book... this is thought provoking, beautifully written, and well researched book (I love the fact there are references throughout the whole book - so many authors don't bother or can't back up their work in this way) and one I would highly recommend' Dancing in the Mist
'It's inspiring, yes, but so much more than that - it's empowering. Readers are encouraged to take action to live a life that is enchanted - filled with creativity and play and meaning and belonging. For me, it's exactly the kind of book that my soul is searching for - one that digs deep, prods and turns over the self-limiting beliefs that hold me back. Complex, intelligent and thought-provoking, this is for seekers of authenticity and purpose' Monique Mulligan
ISBN: 9781912836444
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320 pages