Synopsis
‘An intriguing exploration of withdrawal and solitude’ Daily Telegraph
‘Stagg writes masterfully’ The Times
What do we gain and what do we lose when we step back from the world?
Guy Stagg follows in the footsteps of three extraordinary twentieth-century figures who withdrew during moments of crisis: Ludwig Wittgenstein, David Jones and Simone Weil.
Blending history, travel, biography and a moving personal story, The World Within examines how retreat can save a life or transform a creative practice. It asks why the idea of retreat still enchants people to this day and hints at how each one of us can find a sanctuary of our own.
‘Stagg writes well and brightly about all he encounters’ Observer
‘A readable book that looks at how three people tried to live at the extreme edge of the human spirit’ Literary Review
‘Remarkable . . . Stagg, too, is on a journey, which is what makes his books so attractive and accessible’ The Tablet
‘In an age riddled with noise and distraction, The World Within feels timely. It reminds us that silence and solitude are vital for self-discovery’ Press Association
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Guy Stagg was born in 1988 and grew up in Paris, Heidelberg, Yorkshire and London. The Crossway is his first book and is an account of his ten-month walk to Jerusalem. The author sets off from Canterbury on New Year's Day, telling his friends and family only that he'll be home before the year's end. It was shortlisted for the inaugural DRF Award in 2016 and since then has won the Edward Stanford Travel Memoir of the Year 2019, as well as being shortlisted for the Rathbones Folio Prize 2019, the RSL Ondaatje Prize 2019 and the Somerset Maugham Award 2019. The Crossway was a BBC Radio 4 'Book of the Week'.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for The World Within
Seller Image
The World Within
Seller: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Like New. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. An apparently unread copy in perfect condition. Dust cover is intact with no nicks or tears. Spine has no signs of creasing. Pages are clean and not marred by notes or folds of any kind. Seller Inventory # rev8670056218
Buy Used
£ 3.93
£ 5.44 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The World Within
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR014894785
Buy Used
£ 6.42
£ 5.60 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 3 available
Stock Image
Unknown
ISBN 10: 1398533521
ISBN 13: 9781398533523
New
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 46821975-n
Seller Image
The World Within
Published by
Simon and Schuster Ltd, GB, 2026
ISBN 10: 1398533521
ISBN 13: 9781398533523
New
Paperback
Seller: Rarewaves.com USA, London, LONDO, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: New. 'An intriguing exploration of withdrawal and solitude' Daily Telegraph 'Stagg writes masterfully' The TimesWhat do we gain and what do we lose when we step back from the world? Guy Stagg follows in the footsteps of three extraordinary twentieth-century figures who withdrew during moments of crisis: Ludwig Wittgenstein, David Jones and Simone Weil. Blending history, travel, biography and a moving personal story, The World Within examines how retreat can save a life or transform a creative practice. It asks why the idea of retreat still enchants people to this day and hints at how each one of us can find a sanctuary of our own.'Stagg writes well and brightly about all he encounters' Observer'A readable book that looks at how three people tried to live at the extreme edge of the human spirit' Literary Review'Remarkable . . . Stagg, too, is on a journey, which is what makes his books so attractive and accessible' The Tablet'In an age riddled with noise and distraction, The World Within feels timely. It reminds us that silence and solitude are vital for self-discovery' Press Association. Seller Inventory # LU-9781398533523
Buy New
£ 12.77
Free Shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller Image
The World Within
Published by
Simon and Schuster Ltd, GB, 2026
ISBN 10: 1398533521
ISBN 13: 9781398533523
New
Paperback
Seller: Rarewaves USA, OSWEGO, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: New. 'An intriguing exploration of withdrawal and solitude' Daily Telegraph 'Stagg writes masterfully' The TimesWhat do we gain and what do we lose when we step back from the world? Guy Stagg follows in the footsteps of three extraordinary twentieth-century figures who withdrew during moments of crisis: Ludwig Wittgenstein, David Jones and Simone Weil. Blending history, travel, biography and a moving personal story, The World Within examines how retreat can save a life or transform a creative practice. It asks why the idea of retreat still enchants people to this day and hints at how each one of us can find a sanctuary of our own.'Stagg writes well and brightly about all he encounters' Observer'A readable book that looks at how three people tried to live at the extreme edge of the human spirit' Literary Review'Remarkable . . . Stagg, too, is on a journey, which is what makes his books so attractive and accessible' The Tablet'In an age riddled with noise and distraction, The World Within feels timely. It reminds us that silence and solitude are vital for self-discovery' Press Association. Seller Inventory # LU-9781398533523
Stock Image
The World Within
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # GB-9781398533523
Stock Image
The World Within (Paperback)
Published by
Simon & Schuster Ltd, London, 2026
ISBN 10: 1398533521
ISBN 13: 9781398533523
New
Paperback
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Bensenville, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. An intriguing exploration of withdrawal and solitude Daily Telegraph Stagg writes masterfully The TimesWhat do we gain and what do we lose when we step back from the world? Guy Stagg follows in the footsteps of three extraordinary twentieth-century figures who withdrew during moments of crisis: Ludwig Wittgenstein, David Jones and Simone Weil. Blending history, travel, biography and a moving personal story, The World Within examines how retreat can save a life or transform a creative practice. It asks why the idea of retreat still enchants people to this day and hints at how each one of us can find a sanctuary of our own.Stagg writes well and brightly about all he encounters ObserverA readable book that looks at how three people tried to live at the extreme edge of the human spirit Literary ReviewRemarkable . . . Stagg, too, is on a journey, which is what makes his books so attractive and accessible The TabletIn an age riddled with noise and distraction, The World Within feels timely. It reminds us that silence and solitude are vital for self-discovery Press Association The World Within blends a moving personal account with history, biography and travel, offering a profound exploration of the impulse to withdraw. It asks why retreat still enchants people to this day and hints at how each one of us can find a sanctuary of our own. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781398533523
Stock Image
The World Within
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # GB-9781398533523
Buy New
£ 11.83
£ 3.29 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 15 available
Stock Image
The World Within
Seller: Majestic Books, Hounslow, United Kingdom
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 409811017
Buy New
£ 11.53
£ 6.50 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 3 available
Stock Image
The World Within
Seller: medimops, Berlin, Germany
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: as new. Wie neu/Like new. Seller Inventory # M01398533521-N