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At the age of thirty, Amy Liptrot finds herself washed up back home on Orkney. Standing unstable on the island, she tries to come to terms with the addiction that has swallowed the last decade of her life. As she spends her mornings swimming in the bracingly cold sea, her days tracking Orkney's wildlife, and her nights searching the sky for the Merry Dancers, Amy discovers how the wild can restore life and renew hope.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
A raw journey of recovery and reconnecting with nature.
Who is this book for?
The Outrun offers a compelling story of overcoming addiction through the healing power of nature. Amy's honest reflections and vivid descriptions of her life on Orkney make this a powerful, refreshing read for anyone interested in recovery, wilderness, or personal transformation. It’s a beautifully written reminder that sometimes, going back to roots is the way forward.
