Publisher's Synopsis
The Naze headland, situated on the Essex coast, is famous for its geology and wildlife but it also has a rich history, explored in this book. The peninsula has been prone to coastal flooding and erosion for centuries and today land managers are facing the grave challenge of how to enable a 'sustainable' future. The thoughts suggested in this book reflect the issues faced by many coastal communities and locations across Britain.
'Pushed to the Edge' tells the story of the human history of the Naze as well as suggesting how land use has changed over time and how this has influenced the social and cultural history of Walton-on-the-Naze. The book suggests that whilst the Naze is being 'pushed to the edge' physically due to erosion, the town of Walton-on-the-Naze is also being pushed and faces questions over its future.
Dr Chris Gibson has written: 'This book deserves to be read by anyone who has the slightest interest in this gem of the Essex coast, and especially by those whose views will shape our collective approach to its future. Read on for a window in to an Essex few of us knew existed, and still fewer cared about. This book argues persuasively that the future can be truly understood only through the lens of the past.'
