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'This book is beautiful ... Julia Baird has been to the tough edges and gives us light. She writes like a dream.' MATT HAIG
'Luminous and deeply comforting' KATHERINE MAY
'Utterly captivating and magical.' JULIA BRADBURY
Julia Baird's intimate study of phosphorescence is…
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I fell in love with this beautiful meditation on life, nature, and the importance of feeling awe. The prose is so honest and raw. It’s one of the most dog-eared titles in our house, and I always go back to look up my favorite passages.
Australian journalist Julia Baird shares her journey of ocean swimming, cancer treatment, friendship, and even some stabs at the meaning of life. It sounds like it could be corny, but I assure you that it isn’t. It is sincere and inspiring in the best way possible.
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