Alone in the World

With inspiring stories and practical advice, Miriam shows how to become more self-reliant and independent. Whether you are an adventurer or just want to learn how to be better prepared for challenging situations, this is your guide to a freer life.


Miriam Lancewood's first book, the international bestseller Woman in the Wilderness, described the seven extraordinary years she and her husband spent living in the wilderness. With no modern conveniences they embraced a nomadic lifestyle, sleeping in a tent, cooking over open fires and moving with the rhythm of nature. Her second book Wild at Heart focused on a time when her husband Peter became very ill and their lifestyle had to adapt to this.


Alone in the World, Miriam's third book, focuses on her own expeditions, mostly alone, through Bulgaria, New Zealand, the Himalayas, India, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan. She hitchhikes to remote locations, camps in the wild, fights off bears, fights off unwanted men, climbs mountains, and survives by eating from the land and living by her wits. 


Her aim is to overcome fear by deepening her independence. Each adventure becomes a mirror, reflecting both her strengths and vulnerabilities. This book contains vivid and deeply personal stories drawn from those experiences, chronicling Miriam's inner journey towards freedom and self-reliance. 


It also offers practical advice on how to prepare for the unexpected, and how to live with greater resilience. As the world itself becomes increasingly unpredictable and fragile, Miriam's experiences resonate with anyone seeking courage and clarity in uncertain times.