Written While Wandering
by Veer Shah
stories of slow travel, solitude and cultural reflection
exploring the Far & the Near
through self ethnography and hiking.
My debut book: Finding Solace in the Lake District
Now published!
Finding Solace in the Lake District
Filled with trail notes, folklore, reflections, landscape photography, and emotional cartography - my debut Finding Solace in the Lake District traces a soulful, meditative journey through the mountains and lakes of Northern England - where solo hiking becomes a ritual of resistance, and nature a space for healing and self-discovery.
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Find an exclusive preview of a chapter from this book - trail notes, map, photographs, and reflections all included.
Print Shop
Bring home a piece of the path: thoughtful prints from the wild edges of the world.
Created with care, and offered in support of an unfolding journey of walking and observing.
Recent Stories from the Trail & Elsewhere
Explore my ponderings as I wander through vast landscapes and contemplate on purpose, presence, and perception.
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Where to Find Me
Welcome to Footnotes from the Earth, a space where my journey unfolds through words, visuals, and reflections. Here's how you can explore:
Discover my published works, including books that intertwine travel narratives with cultural insights.
✍️ Journal
Read articles, reflections, and blog posts that offer deeper insights into journeys, both external and internal.
🖼️ Print Shop
Browse and purchase travel guides, photography prints, postcards, and more, capturing moments from various trails.
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Wherever you land — I hope you stay a while.