The Pilgrimage to Santiago

by Edwin Mullins

Book by Mullins, Edwin B

Genres: Travel

235 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1974

Reviews

[Graham Tennyson · Rating 5 out of 5]

A re-read for me. Wonderful account of a 70's drive/walk to Santiago. Strong on historical and religious symbolism. He is especially good on the power of religious institutions like Cluny and the politics of relics. A great overview of the pilgrimage to Santiago.

[Pamela · Rating 5 out of 5]

The blurb for this here at Goodreads doesn't match the book. Edwin Mullins is British, not Chinese, and is a writer and journalist among other things. This is travel writing at its best, and reads beautifully.

[Trish Graboske · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some gems of insight into the Medieval mind. Author's personality began to grate a little by the end, sadly.

[Tim Ostler · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book played a pivotal role in my life. In 1975 I and a friend cycled Mullins' route from Dieppe down as far as Burgos, drawing inspiration from the book as we rode. It was an unforgettable ride. For various reasons we had to stop short at Burgos. I hope next year to pick up where I left off...

[BEC · Rating 4 out of 5]

Having read a number of books on this subject, I have to say this one is one of my favorites. I love the historical information, albeit inaccurate at times, that even delves into Empress Matilda's fascinating history. Note, they call her "Matilda, Queen" in the index, which I question. Other than that, I think this book gives a much better account of the actual Camino than most other books do. One thing I really love is the map, at the beginning of the book, is split into 2 pages with margins and does not fall into the book binding like so many other books' maps do. Highly recommend reading it if at all interested in this Pilgrimage.

[Harley · Rating 1 out of 5]

Boring from page one.

[William Edwards · Rating 5 out of 5]

Superbly written book about the Camino from 1974, before its modern rebirth as a pilgrimage trail. He interweaves history and his current impressions beautifully.