»Die Frucht eines zehn Tage dauernden Abstechers nach Sardinien ist ein Meisterwerk. ›Das Meer und Sardinien‹ ist, um den modernen Jargon zu gebrauchen, eine ›Reisereportage‹ – aber eine Reportage geschrieben von einem Dichter in einer vor Vitalität leuchtenden, verzaubernden und beglückenden Sprache.«
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of northern England's Lake District and moors, the narrative follows a middle-aged English teacher on a transformative 192-mile hike along the Coast to Coast trail. As she journeys, literary figures from classics like Gollum and Jane Eyre accompany her thoughts, enriching her experience. Initially misanthropic, she gradually embraces the beauty around her, while grappling with her identity, reminiscent of both Frankenstein and his creature. This blend of travel and literary exploration offers a unique perspective on self-discovery.