{"product_id":"the-outrun","title":"The Outrun","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eThe Outrun\u003c\/i\u003e by Amy Liptrot is a deeply moving memoir that beautifully narrates the journey of a woman seeking redemption and recovery amidst the rugged, untamed landscapes of the Orkney Islands. After a harrowing decade-long struggle with alcohol addiction, thirty-year-old Amy returns to her childhood home in Orkney, seeking solace and healing. In this hauntingly honest account, she immerses herself in the island's wild beauty, discovering the profound connections between nature and personal renewal.\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE SUNDAY TIMES\u003c\/b\u003e TOP TEN BESTSELLER\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWINNER OF THE 2017 PEN ACKERLEY PRIZE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWINNER OF THE 2016 WAINWRIGHT PRIZE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSHORTLISTED FOR THE 2017 ONDAATJE PRIZE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSHORTLISTED FOR THE 2016 WELLCOME PRIZE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs Amy navigates through the powerful natural elements of Orkney, she engages in a series of therapeutic routines. She braves the icy waters for morning swims, attentively observes the unique wildlife of the island, and spends her nights captivated by the celestial display of the Merry Dancers. Each of these moments of profound connection to her environment acts as a stepping stone in her recovery, offering glimpses of hope and renewal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe memoir is not only a testament to Amy's resilience but also an evocative exploration of how the natural world can aid in healing the deepest wounds. Her lyrical prose and candid storytelling invite readers to reflect on their own lives and the potential for change and recovery within us all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Outrun\u003c\/i\u003e is a potent mix of keenly observed natural history, personal memoir, and unflinching reflection. Amy's journey will resonate with anyone who has ever felt lost or in need of reconnection with the world around them. This critically acclaimed work is a must-read for fans of nature writing and personal transformation stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45707219435756,"sku":"9781786894229","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781786894229.jpg?v=1725897361","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/products\/the-outrun","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}