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The Marches
- A Borderland Journey Between England and Scotland
- Narrated by: Rory Stewart
- Length: 12 hrs and 43 mins
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Summary
Ten years after the walk across Central Asia and Afghanistan that he memorialized in his best-selling The Places in Between, Rory Stewart set out on a new journey, traversing a thousand miles between England and Scotland.
Stewart was raised along the border of the two countries, the frontier taking on poignant significance in his understanding of what it means to be both Scottish and English, of his relationship with his father, who's lived on this land his whole life, and of his ties to the rich history and culture of the region. Now representing this borderland as a Member of Parliament, Stewart's march begins as his father turns 90, Scotland is about to vote on independence, and Britain may disappear forever. At times alone and at times joined by his father, Stewart melds the story of his journey with an intimate portrait of the changing social and political landscape of the region.
Stewart has written for the New York Times Magazine, Granta, and the London Review of Books.
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- Lorna
- 09-06-23
Beautifully written, moving and fascinating
Fascinating account of Border history. Eloquent, poetic prose. Moving homage to a clearly much loved father.
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- Normal Norman
- 05-09-24
More than just a travelogue
I'm a big fan of Rory Stewarts work and this book is much more than just a travelogue of a walk along the border of England and Scotland. It's a tribute to a father who was born in a different world from his son's and the story of how they bridged the gap from Empire to the present.
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- AF
- 17-12-17
The Marches
Delightful journey alongside Hadrian’s Wall and meanderings back through the Borderland Marches. Plenty of fascinating facts, impressions and opinions. Anyone who enjoys delving into the history of the Scottish/English border, its languages, landscape will love this book. Relationship with his somewhat eccentric but highly intelligent father is obviously very close. Very touching section on his father’s end. It is a delight to hear the author read his book with such clarity and feeling.
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- Leo
- 15-04-23
Splendid
So interesting, and what a man Rory’s father must have been. Also makes me want to visit Crieff again, and see the borderlands as a walker.
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- The Chairman
- 13-06-23
Absolutely fancinating!!
A remarkable account of a remarkable journey. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I highly recommend it to others.
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- Phil
- 17-01-23
fascinating
I enjoyed this contemplation of his country (both Scotland and England) and his relationship with his father. Thoughtful and well read.
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- melfish
- 01-12-23
Enviable family love and care
The great love and respect between Rory and his father was very enjoyable and to listen to in their exchanges.
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- S
- 24-01-24
Moving
A very moving account of Rory Stewart’s deeply affectionate relationship with his elderly father. The geopolitical aspects were interesting too, if inconclusive.
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- Paul
- 01-09-24
Nice combo of history and story about his father
Book got better in 2nd half, part 2 in particular. Enjoyed the unique history combined with stories of his father. If new to Rory though read his story of walking in Asia first!
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- enquirer
- 09-05-24
Fascinating
We especially enjoyed the history of the Celtic Cumbrians & the border country. Less interested in final chapters
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