Drinking the Rain
Drinking the Rain by Alix Kates Shulman, published by Bloomsbury in 1995, is a memoir that explores the author’s transformative journey at the age of 50. In this edition, Shulman recounts her decision to leave behind urban life and embrace solitude on an island off the Maine coast. Living without modern conveniences such as electricity, plumbing, or a telephone, she forages for wild greens and catches shellfish, all while confronting her fears and uncovering a deeper sense of feeling and thought.
Readers will find a reflective narrative that delves into themes of solitude and self-discovery. Shulman’s experiences highlight her connection to nature and the simple joys of life, as she navigates the challenges of living in a remote environment. This memoir not only captures her physical journey but also her emotional evolution, offering insights into the capacity for sensual delight and personal growth. With 242 pages, this edition invites readers to engage with Shulman’s intimate exploration of life on the fringes.
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This memoir is by the author of Memoirs of an Ex-Prom Queen. It recounts how Shulman, aged 50, left an urban life to move alone to an island off the Maine coast. Living in meditative solitude, without electricity, plumbing or telephone, and mainly eating the wild greens she found growing around her and the shellfish she caught between the tides, she overcame her fears and discovered a capacity for feeling, thought and sensual delight.
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