The Electricity of Every Living Thing: From the bestselling author of Wintering by Katherine May

The Electricity of Every Living Thing: From the bestselling author of Wintering by Katherine May is a BRAND NEW paperback memoir that invites you to walk beside the author along the rugged South West Coast Path and into the heart of a midlife shift. This moving narrative is perfect for readers who loved Wintering, for anyone drawn to nature writing with intimate psychology, and for those seeking a compassionate, insightful look at motherhood, anxiety, and a newly understood autism diagnosis.

What this book offers

In August 2015, May set out to walk the 630-mile South West Coast Path to understand why everyday life felt overwhelming, why motherhood had been so isolating, and why the world often seemed full of unmanageable expectations. The journey becomes a luminous exploration of resilience, rest, and the surprising clarity that emerges when you slow down, listen to your body, and allow curiosity to lead. Rich with sea, light, and inward revelation, this memoir blends travel writing with personal discovery in a way that feels both intimate and expansive.

Format: Paperback • Condition: BRAND NEW • ISBN: 9781409172512

About the author

Katherine May is an internationally bestselling author and podcaster living in Whitstable, UK. Her hybrid memoir Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times became a New York Times, Sunday Times and Der Spiegel bestseller, was adapted as BBC Radio 4’s Book of the Week, and shortlisted for the Porchlight and Barnes & Noble Book of the Year. The Electricity of Every Living Thing, her memoir of a midlife autism diagnosis, was adapted as an audio drama by Audible. Katherine’s podcast, How We Live Now, ranks in the top 1% worldwide, and she has appeared as a guest presenter for On Being’s The Future of Hope series. She lives with her husband, son, two cats and a dog, and loves walking, sea-swimming, and pickling slightly unappealing things.

Why readers connect with this memoir

• A compelling hybrid memoir that blends travel, nature writing, and personal psychology
• Honest exploration of motherhood, anxiety, and a late midlife autism diagnosis
• Audible adaptation adds depth and accessibility for audiobook lovers
• From a bestselling, award-nominated author whose work resonates with thoughtful, restorative reading
• A meaningful addition to any book collection for fans of literary memoirs and travel narratives

This paperback edition stands out as a timeless keepsake for readers who crave empathy, resilience, and a hopeful voice in difficult times. It’s trusted by parents, educators, and book lovers alike, and it beautifully complements discussions about mental health, family, and finding balance in a busy world. Whether you’re seeking quiet inspiration for bedtime reading, a thoughtful gift for a friend, or a rich selection for a book club, this is a standout choice.