A Brief History of the Coast in 100 Objects

‘A genuine delight, this richly woven tale of our maritime nation is as crafted as the objects it highlights. I’ve loved every page, and learnt and laughed along the way. I wish I’d written it!’ Jules Hudson
‘A compelling and brilliant compendium of the rich and strange and wonderful things cast up by the sea.’ Philip Hoare
‘A wonderfully rich and very different narrative that reeks of tang and pungent atmosphere. I enjoyed it enormously.’ Alistair Moffatt
‘A true celebration of the flotsam and jetsam left by time and tide on our extraordinary coastline.’ Rose Ferraby
‘A rich, perfect jigsaw of 100 genuinely fascinating pieces, building a deep and wide picture of Britain’s history through its salty edges. Prehistoric harpoons, slave shackles and a Pepysian fake nose all contribute to this superbly researched, lively tale of our islands. Enriching, engaging and a pleasure to read.’ Jo Bell
’This is a delight of a book to dip into, although, once you start you won’t be able to stop.’ Country Life
‘Sally has a storyteller’s gift and wit for sharing her discoveries. Who could resist reading about smugglers’ underpants, priceless ambergris, pickled puffins and saucy seaside postcards?’ Yorkshire Living
‘Think you know the British coast? You might be surprised.’ Prima
Praise for A Brief History of the Countryside in 100 Objects…
’A really lovely, fascinating book.’ Charles Spencer, author of The White Ship
‘A charming trayful of historical canapés.’ Adam Nicolson, author of Life Between the Tides
‘Unusual and ingenious. Very enjoyable.’ Christopher Hadley, author of The Road
‘Relaxed and conversational, I couldn’t put it down.’ Francis Pryor, author of Scenes From Prehistoric Life
‘Exquisitely detailed and informative. A heady joy.’ John Wright, author of The Forager’s Calendar
‘A portable museum of a book.’ Ruth Allen, author of Grounded
‘Terrific. Authoritative but very readable.’ Alex Johnson, author of The Book Lover’s Almanac

Sally Coulthard has been setting fire to things since she was a small, dungareed tomboy. Gently discouraged from a career in professional pyromania, she’s now a bestselling author of design and outdoor living books, including Shed Chic and Gardenalia. She now lives tucked away on a Yorkshire farm where she can burn things without bothering anyone.

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