Pilgrimage: Journeys of Meaning Paperback – 14 April 2022

Stanford writes with his customary blend of erudition and wit about many of the world's most fascinating pilgrimage sites. His ecumenical approach takes in famous Christian sites, including Lourdes, Santiago de Compostela and Jerusalem; Mecca; Buddhist trails in India and Japan; the ancient Incan citadel of Machu Picchu and many more. His descriptions are equally vivid whether he is writing from personal experience or imaginative empathy. The perfect guide for the dedicated pilgrim or the armchair wayfarer.