catcaird's review
5.0
A stunning collection of stories, poetry and art about adventures in the wild, all written by women. I really enjoyed reading each part and felt so inspired to get out there and have my own adventure!
monte_cristo's review
3.0
This book is a compilation of short stories/prose and poetry with contributions from a variety of writers, with the focus on the outdoors and adventure. The quality is variable (kind of logical since various people contributed), but mostly good with a couple of very emotional pieces.
aguywhopatsdogs's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
4.0
rajaraks's review
5.0
(Rounded up from 4.5 stars) This collection is so beautiful and just inspiring. Of course it makes me want to go outside and explore but it also has encouraged me to take closer notice of what's happening with my body, my emotions, and the details in the environment around me. There's a gracefulness in being "in the moment" when you're out in the wilderness but what's great is that you can keep this mindfulness in your day to day as well. Plus, since it's all work from amazing women, I'm that much more in awe. I'm really happy I backed this on Kickstarter for my copy :)
vg2's review
5.0
‘The stories women are told - and which we also tell ourselves - about what is safe or acceptable or possible for us reflect neither our true capabilities or the risks the world really presents.’
Focusing on human connection with nature and adventure, ‘Waymaking’ is a sensational anthology of short essays, poetry and art from female writers and artists. Each entry is different in focus, but they all share common threads: determination, independence and passion, but most importantly, both respect for nature and oneself. In a collection like this, there are always pieces that do not resonate quite as much as others, but here, those were few and far between. I devoured this book in one sitting, and know I will return to some of my favourite sections (especially ‘vicinity’) in the future.
‘I loved my beautiful homeland very much, and didn’t understand why it wasn’t enough to be in it - why did we have to go out and conquer it?’
A truly wonderful read.
Focusing on human connection with nature and adventure, ‘Waymaking’ is a sensational anthology of short essays, poetry and art from female writers and artists. Each entry is different in focus, but they all share common threads: determination, independence and passion, but most importantly, both respect for nature and oneself. In a collection like this, there are always pieces that do not resonate quite as much as others, but here, those were few and far between. I devoured this book in one sitting, and know I will return to some of my favourite sections (especially ‘vicinity’) in the future.
‘I loved my beautiful homeland very much, and didn’t understand why it wasn’t enough to be in it - why did we have to go out and conquer it?’
A truly wonderful read.
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