How to live on the edge of a disappearing coastline | Aeon Essays
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"Withernsea's Sister Kirkes memorial represents a local myth reflecting historical loss, illustrating how communities and landmarks have succumbed to the relentless eroding power of the sea."
"The Holderness coast, eroding at nearly two meters each year, showcases the tragic consequence of natural processes intertwined with human history, resulting in thirty identified lost villages."
"Ravenser Odd, once a thriving medieval town, serves as a stark reminder of how the ‘Great Drowning’ submerged its legacy beneath the waves, echoing a centuries-old battle with nature."
"Long before modern climate concerns, East Yorkshire faced substantial erosion; the landscape was shaped by events like the Grote Mandrenke storm, emphasizing the area's historical fragility."
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