Chronicles: Volume One
The gorgeousness of Dylan’s writing is as compelling as his journey. I hope Chronicles Two isn’t too far away.
Old Food: New Ways with Old Favourites
I first bought this book for my dear friend, Kim’s wedding. She’s kept it in clear sight in her kitchen ever since and it inspired me to buy my own copy. Such a divine o/Old foodie book and hard to find now.
Forgiveness & Other Acts of Love
My first encounter with Dowrick’s writing was Running Backwards over Sand. I so related to the young woman in the book and how much I’ve since related to every other book Dowrick has written. And how fortunate I am to now call her a friend.
Pilgrim at Tinker Creek
If I had to choose one book that is my all time favorite then this is it. I hope you read it and find out why.
Slouching Towards Bethlehem: Essays
I read Slouching Toward Bethlehem just before heading to New York for my first visit. Oh! How I loved this book and all it invited – and now here I am in California! A quintessential portrait of America in the 60s. I held fast to it for years, afraid I would lose the stories as much as their physical casing. The magic of Didion’s last title was in the spare language of her writing at a time of unimaginable loss — of husband (best friend) and her daughter.
Building the Earth
A passion for the earth written as a spiritual treatise. His writings and thoughts are as relevant today as when they were first written. Inspirational.
The Long Loneliness: The Autobiography of the Legendary Catholic Social Activist
One of the most committed social activists of her day, her legacy remains as strong as her commitment and dedication. Here is her story in her own words where she said ‘I’m working toward a world where it is easier for people to behave decently’.
Tracks
One of my heroes – a woman who ventured out with her camels across Australia on a journey that came close to breaking her, and ultimately to making her. A deeply soulful encounter with the land and people of Australia and with self. Her subsequent writing on nomads and inner and outer journey have extended the themes of pilgrim and explorer, which is what she is.