Book Review: Pilgrim Stories

Pilgrim Stories book review, with book cover.

A review of anthropologist Nancy Louise Frey’s observational study “Pilgrim Stories: On and Off the Road to Santiago, Journeys Along an Ancient Way in Modern Spain.” Review by Joseph A. Curro, Jr.

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Ebb & Flow

CW Johnson Ebb & Flow poem

A poem by CW Johnson that honestly acknowledges the rhythmic ebb and flow a pilgrim experiences between moments of gratitude and moments of irritation.

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A Certain Cadence

Saint James Statue, Santiago de Compostela, gold statuary.

A reflection about the daily patterns that create a lived experience that is difficult for the pilgrim to recount and recreate through memories and photos once back home.

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A Journey to Remember

Camino Primitivo flowing stream and trees.

The act of travel is a deliberate choice. The Camino stream provides ample water for each pilgrim to fill their bucket to quench their thirst and remember their journey.

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Finisterre

La concha poem: Finisterre.

Finisterre, a poem by Mark Peterson about the end of the world. A place where many pilgrims end their Camino. For many, the end is just the beginning of their pilgrim journey.

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Castles, Climate & Creative Alchemy

Castillos en el Aire, Martin Peña.

Ancient castles, fortresses, and churches spark Martin Peña’s creativity in this photo essay exploring the meanings he has drawn from his Camino experiences.

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