Wintering
The power of rest and retreat in difficult times
(Autor) Katherine MayTHE NO. 1 BESTSELLING, LIFE-CHANGING PHENOMENON - SUNDAY TIMES and NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER 'A beautiful, gentle exploration of the dark season of life and the light of spring that eventually follows' RAYNOR WINN 'My favourite book of the last five years' CAITLIN MORAN Wintering is a poignant and comforting meditation on the fallow periods of life, times when we must retreat to care for and repair ourselves. Katherine May thoughtfully shows us how to come through these times with the wisdom of knowing that, like the seasons, our winters and summers are the ebb and flow of life. A moving personal narrative interwoven with lessons from literature, mythology and the natural world, May's story offers instruction on the transformative power of rest and retreat. Illumination emerges from many sources: solstice celebrations and dormice hibernation, C.S. Lewis and Sylvia Plath, swimming in icy waters and sailing arctic seas. Ultimately Wintering invites us to change how we relate to our own fallow times. May models an active acceptance of sadness and finds nourishment in deep retreat, joy in the hushed beauty of winter, and encouragement in understanding life as cyclical, not linear. A secular mystic, May forms a guiding philosophy for transforming the hardships that arise before the ushering in of a new season. 'Every bit as beautiful and healing as the season itself' ELIZABETH GILBERT 'Absolutely beautiful' CHERYL STRAYED
Katherine May
Katherine May is a British author known for her insightful and beautifully written books about nature, mental health, and personal growth. Her most notable works include "Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times" and "The Electricity of Every Living Thing: One Woman's Walk with Asperger's." May's literary style is poetic and introspective, delving into themes of resilience, self-discovery, and the healing power of nature. She has made a significant impact on the genre of nature writing and memoir, offering readers a unique perspective on finding solace and strength in the natural world. "Wintering" is her most famous work, resonating with readers worldwide for its poignant exploration of embracing the darker seasons of life with courage and grace.
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