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After walking 3000 miles, I met a stranger who changed my life

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Jake Tyler

An uplifting and inspirational journey through raw emotion

Inspiring . . . It's something that will help many through these dark times

Jake you have changed people's lives . . . we are all fans!

What makes Tyler's book so compelling is his honesty, whether he's conveying the horror of depression or admitting that his idiocy got him into another scrape

A testament to the power of human connection, this is a physical and mental journey to inspire hope even in the darkest of times

By simply telling his inspirational story, Jake has become a mental health warrior; I never tire of his wisdom, and cannot wait to read [his book]!

An incredible journey, an inspirational memoir . . . beautiful

So compelling in his honesty . . . very poignant

A tale told with courageous honesty. There's much to learn here about how reconnecting with nature and trusting others can rekindle the joy of being alive

This book is a tonic. Until we can all get out and explore Britain's beauty for ourselves again, this is the ideal substitute

An unlikely challenge: to circumnavigate Britain on foot, carrying little more than a tent and a compass . . . brought [Jake Tyler] back from the brink. It was human kindness that kept him going

An inspiring ode to nature and humanity

Remarkable . . . An adventure memoir with a vulnerable heart, this is a winning book because it really humanises men's mental health struggles and acts as an inspirational guide to understanding yourself by reaching out into the world

By simply telling his inspirational story, Jake has become a mental health warrior; I never tire of his wisdom, and cannot wait to read [his book]!

‘This Book Has Changed Lives’ Chris Evans

After coming terrifyingly close to suicide, Jake Tyler was determined to take back control of his life from the clutches of depression. With only his running gear and a backpack, he stepped out of his house in Brighton and began a 3,000-mile journey around the UK. 
 
In documenting every step of his journey, Jake shares the ways in which his mission was enhanced by the kindness of strangers who took him in for the night, or let him talk when the darkness engulfed him. 
 
This is both the story of Jake's journey around the country and his journey to better understand himself, ultimately finding peace and acceptance with his mental health.

Jake Tyler

Praise for A Walk from the Wild Edge

A great and inspirational read

Inspiring

An uplifting and inspirational journey through raw emotion

A great and inspirational read

Inspiring

An uplifting and inspirational journey through raw emotion

A great and inspirational read

Inspiring

An uplifting and inspirational journey through raw emotion

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After walking 3000 miles, I met a stranger who changed my life

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