Landscape Archives - Bridport Literary Festival

Event 4 | John Lewis-Stempel | England

£15.00

John Lewis-Stempel - England - A Major Natural History in 12 Habitats
John Lewis-Stempel’s magnum opus is a five year project that offers an intimate account of the landscapes that define England. Described by The Times as ‘Britain’s finest living nature writer’ he weaves a tapestry of distinctive habitats which together create a country unique for its rich diversity of flora and fauna. Immersing himself in twelve quintessential places, he explores each for their singular atmosphere: the feel of the winter wind; the sounds of daybreak; the solace of twilight. In beautiful prose, and detailed wildlife observation, Lewis-Stempel captures the essence of England. an illustrated talk Priority booking - Become a Friend - Contact TIC Bridport to book tickets - 01308 424901

When: Sunday 3rd November 2024 @ 4.00 pm

Where: Electric Palace

Sponsored by: Rob and Alex Appleby

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Event 14 | Oliver Smith | On This Holy Island

£12.00

SOLD OUT - Oliver Smith - On This Holy Island - Finding the Ancient Paths Across Modern Britain
Travel writer, Oliver Smith, sets out radically to reframe our idea of ‘pilgrimage’ in Britain by retracing sacred travel made across time; from ritual journeys in the depths of Ice Age to new pilgrimages of the 21st century. He embarks on an epic adventure across British landscapes – sacred routes to churches, cathedrals, standing stones – exploring prehistoric, pagan and Christian places. He reveals how football stadiums and music festivals have become contemporary sites of pilgrimage. The routes walked are ancient and the pilgrims he meets are modern. an illustrated talk Priority booking - Become a Friend - Contact TIC Bridport to book tickets - 01308 424901

When: Tuesday 5th November 2024 @ 4 pm

Where: The Bull Ballroom

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Event 26 | Harriet Baker | Rural Hours

£13.00

Harriet Baker - Rural Hours - The Country Lives of Virginia Woolf, Sylvia Townsend Warner and Rosamund Lehmann

Harriet Baker shares the story of three very different women, each of whom moved to the countryside and were forever changed by it. Following long periods of creative uncertainty and private disappointment, each of the subjects is invigorated by new landscapes, and the daily trials and small pleasures of making a home. Rural Hours is both a paean to the bravery and vision of three pioneering writers and a passionate invitation to us all: to recognise the radical potential of domestic life in rural places.
in conversation with Olivia Glazebrook Priority booking - Become a Friend - Contact TIC Bridport to book tickets - 01308 424901

When: Thursday 7th November 2024 @ 2.30 pm

Where: The Bridport Arts Centre

Sponsored by: Sue Orr and Bella Spurrier

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Event 31 | Carol Klein | Hortobiography

£15.00

Carol Klein - Hortobiography
Carol Klein is one of Britain’s best loved horticulturists, and for decades gardening has been at the heart of her extraordinary life. From her childhood adventures in Manchester to her first experiments in plantswomanship at Glebe Cottage, and from training as an artist and a teacher, and then finding an entirely unexpected career as one of Britain’s best known broadcasters, in this long awaited memoir Carol tells the story of the people, places and plants that have shaped her life. in conversation with Sally Laverack

When: Friday 8th November 2024 @ 12 noon

Where: Electric Palace

Sponsored by: John and Maggie Mills

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