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4.09 AVERAGE
4.09 AVERAGE
adventurous
informative
mysterious
relaxing
slow-paced
Very slow paced but relaxing. I learnt a lot about mudlarking and it was interesting.
Very interesting hobby. I live right next to the Thames so I might have to give it a go at some point as I love the history of objects. There is some interesting history of the river and London in general thrown in too.
I’ve always been fascinated by finding things on the shoreline whether they be old things discarded by humans, natural objects shaped by the sea, or evidence of past life in the form of fossils.
When the opportunity came along to get a copy of Mudlarking I jumped at it.
I’ve heard the name a lot over the last ten or so years and knew in essence what it was but it was lovely to read someones development as a mudlarker, from the early discoveries to where she is now, juggling this passion with family.
The mix of current biography with historical research is absolutely compelling, linking these found objects to their past and personalising the stories of their production and loss made me want to learn more about them (and take a large pair of wellies with me whenever I go to London).
The book is set out in chapters of exploration corresponding to sections of the tidal Thames, with a few stories of discoveries and biography in each section. This is well-paced and the writing is warm and personal making you involved in Lara’s discoveries and growth.
The illustrations from Johnny Mudlark one the cover are absolutely fascinating and I would love to see more.
An excellent book, teasing and open at the same time, all about hidden treasure that fascinates us all.
When the opportunity came along to get a copy of Mudlarking I jumped at it.
I’ve heard the name a lot over the last ten or so years and knew in essence what it was but it was lovely to read someones development as a mudlarker, from the early discoveries to where she is now, juggling this passion with family.
The mix of current biography with historical research is absolutely compelling, linking these found objects to their past and personalising the stories of their production and loss made me want to learn more about them (and take a large pair of wellies with me whenever I go to London).
The book is set out in chapters of exploration corresponding to sections of the tidal Thames, with a few stories of discoveries and biography in each section. This is well-paced and the writing is warm and personal making you involved in Lara’s discoveries and growth.
The illustrations from Johnny Mudlark one the cover are absolutely fascinating and I would love to see more.
An excellent book, teasing and open at the same time, all about hidden treasure that fascinates us all.
informative
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
slow-paced
Interesting look at London and its people current and past. Informed and Interesting author.
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
A most unusual and memorable book. It is written by an expert, someone who has also done an enormous amount of research. She conveys her knowledge in a lovely style. I really enjoyed it
I received this fantastic book from my husband as a Hanukkah gift---I love it so much! It definitely earns a rare 5 star rating for being one of the most interesting, engaging, and historically diverse books I've read. I've been following Maiklem on Instagram for at least a year---she's one of my favorite accounts so her book was on the top of my wishlist! It's everything I'd hoped it would be. More than just a book of facts and finds, Maiklem shows her heart in this work. Her love of the hunt outweighs her desire for treasure---as it should be, in my opinion. I love how she finds the simplest oddities to be extra special, yet is careful to leave some behind for other larkers or for the river to reclaim. I'm looking forward to purchasing her book on larking as soon as I can and would love to see more in print from Maiklem asap!
Note: for those disappointed that there are no photos, I do believe the British edition (called Mudlarking) does have photos. But---you can follow Maiklem on Instagram to see photos and videos of her finds! Her account is @london.mudlark
Note: for those disappointed that there are no photos, I do believe the British edition (called Mudlarking) does have photos. But---you can follow Maiklem on Instagram to see photos and videos of her finds! Her account is @london.mudlark
adventurous
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
adventurous
informative
inspiring
slow-paced
informative
slow-paced