The Art of Walking: Move through the world mindfully
By (Author) Emma Bastow
HarperCollins Publishers
HQ
1st November 2025
7th May 2026
United Kingdom
General
Non Fiction
Mind, body, spirit: thought and practice
Walking, hiking, trekking
Hardback
192
Width 136mm, Height 188mm, Spine 15mm
270g
Walk your way to less stress, better sleep and a happier outlook on life
Every day, the average person takes 6,000 steps, covering up to 5 kilometres. But how many of those steps are we truly aware of
The way we walk physically and mentally can have a profound impact on every aspect of our lives. From mood and sleep to stress and creativity, the act of walking holds untapped potential for our health and wellbeing. So what happens when we begin to walk with intention
Were often bombarded with conflicting advice: how long to walk, how many steps to hit, what pace to keep. The Art of Walking sidesteps cookie-cutter advice and instead offers something more personal, lasting and transformative. Blending scientific research with lived experience, the author shares practical tools, strategies and goals for making every step count.
Inside, youll uncover:In a world that rushes us forward, this book invites you to pause, breathe and feel the ground beneath your feet. It's not just about moving its about becoming deeply, joyfully present with every step.
Through small, achievable adjustments to your focus, your rhythm, your environment The Art of Walking helps you gently reframe a daily habit into a powerful ritual.Emma Bastow lives by the sunny south coast of England, where she is lucky enough to combine her passion for creative writing with a career as a freelance editor. When she's not playing with words or lost in the pages of a book, she can be found skimming stones at the beach with her young son, cooking up a storm in the kitchen, and wandering the lanes of Brighton.