Overnight
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In this captivating exploration of shelters and solitude, Dan Richards embarks on a series of overnight stays in some of the world's most remarkable and remote structures. From mountain bothies in the Scottish Highlands to fire lookouts in the American wilderness, from Oscar Wilde's Reading Gaol cell to a Japanese capsule hotel, Richards seeks out places where people have carved out temporary sanctuaries.
Blending travel writing with cultural history and personal reflection, this is a meditation on what it means to find refuge in an increasingly connected world. Richards examines our enduring need for retreat and the stories embedded in walls and landscapes. Both atmospheric and thought-provoking, it's essential reading for anyone drawn to wild places, architectural curiosities, and the restorative power of spending a night away from the everyday.
