Diana walks along the Fife Coastal Path from North Queensferry, beneath the famous Forth Rail Bridge to St Andrews. While on her way she treads in the footprints of a multitude of pilgrims and famous people through the ages, but she also follows in the steps of ordinary folks of Fife. She 'meets' some fascinating characters - from St Margaret in Dunfermline to the real Robinson Crusoe, Alexander Selkirk in Lower Largo. Diana's heart is captured by the beautiful surroundings along these coastal paths. As she pauses to have a 'wee blether' with those she 'meets, ' she learns a new way of looking at her world, finding 'way markers' for the next stage in her life. The further Diana travels, the more she becomes absorbed in the history of Fife, and her affinity for the area grows. As you read on, you may find yourself 'walking beside Diana.' Her experiences might help you with some of the challenges you face in your own life, or they may inspire you to visit the region of Fife and have adventures of your own. Some would call this an allegory, but it is certainly a memoir with elements of fantasy. Diana leaves the reader to judge which is which. Part 1: From Redundancy to Rejuvenation - Serendipity! Diana's husband's work is temporarily relocated to Fife. Diana follows when she is made redundant from a life time of teaching. During these early days they walk along the coast, while Diana reflects on the past and possible futures. Part 2: Letting Go and Moving on. In order to live her new life to the full, Diana needs to let go of some of her old life. This does not mean forgetting family and friends in Bedfordshire, but finding new and deeper relationships with them, even at a distance. As she and her husband throw themselves into community life in Fife, deep down Diana is still searching for her true purpose, and with the encouragement of new and old friends alike, and the old monks at the newly built St Andrew's Cathedral, she ...

All the profits for the sale of 'The Healing Paths of Fife' are currently going to The Kirkcaldy Foodbank; one of Diana's ways of giving back to the community she lives in. Over GBP700 has been raised for local charities so far.

About the Author
Diana Jackson's passion for social history is the bed-rock to all of her writing; historical fiction, mystery and memoir. It was delving into her family history which inspired Diana's first novel 'Riduna', set on the island of Alderney, and there is an element of realism in all of her work. She was influenced by the classics from Bronte to Thomas Hardy, and as an avid reader too, she has always felt compelled to write. A retired teacher from Bedfordshire, now living in Fife with her retired husband, Diana enjoys the life of an author, but she is also fully involved in community life in Kinghorn.

Reviews
'The story magically interweaves fact with fantasy. Diana shares with us her predicament when she finds her husband off working in Scotland and then finds out she herself is redundant. I really enjoyed this beautiful tale and I was treated to a wee glimpse of the coastal paths of Fife and its rich history; Very Highly Recommended the beautiful little maps and images add to the printed delight that I held in my hands; Rose English author.' The Healing Paths of Fife' is a memoir of Diana Jackson. A travel path full of fantasy encounters. She met significant strangers while walking the coastal paths of Fife and had equally special and strange experiences and adventures. Some are spooky and some are pleasant. Every new day of Diana's life is full of exciting adventures and with every day she understands what the time demands her to do. The Path proved Visit the beautiful and mesmerizing coastal paths of Fife with Diana to be a healing and self-discovering; Surabhi Sharma, The Review Author



Book Information
ISBN 9780993260810
Author Diana Jackson
Format Paperback
Imprint Eventispress
Publisher Eventispress
Weight(grams) 223g
Dimensions(mm) 216mm * 140mm * 10mm