The Living Mountain

Narrated by Robert Macfarlane , Tilda Swinton , Jenny Odell

Released: March 18, 2025
Length: 4 hrs 49 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio

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In "The Living Mountain," Nan Shepherd shares her profound experiences exploring the Cairngorm Mountains of Scotland, blending memoir, field notes, and lyrical meditations on nature. Through encounters with breathtaking cliffs, serene lakes, and the flight of eagles, Shepherd reveals both the beauty of the landscape and her own personal journey. Composed during World War II and nearly lost for decades, this internationally bestselling classic invites readers to reflect on their relationship with the natural world and the essential truths it offers.

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