Author Raynor Winn has issued a detailed statement refuting claims made in an Observer newspaper investigation that she misled readers about her life story in her 2018 book, 'The Salt Path.' The investigation questioned the circumstances of her and her husband Moth losing their home and the nature of Moth's illness. Winn provided documents supporting Moth's corticobasal degeneration (CBD) diagnosis and reiterated her account of losing their house due to a failed investment with a friend. She also acknowledged 'mistakes' from an earlier employer dispute but stated she was not charged criminally and reached a private settlement.
The Salt Path: Raynor Winn hits back at claims she misled readers
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Author Raynor Winn has issued a detailed statement refuting claims made in an Observer newspaper investigation that she misled readers about her life story in her 2018 book, 'The Salt Path.' The investigation questioned the circumstances of her and her husband Moth losing their home and the nature of Moth's illness. Winn provided documents supporting Moth's corticobasal degeneration (CBD) diagnosis and reiterated her account of losing their house due to a failed investment with a friend. She also acknowledged 'mistakes' from an earlier employer dispute but stated she was not charged criminally and reached a private settlement.
Trending- 1 2007: Winn and Moth last visited their uninhabitable property in France.
- 2 2008: Economic crash; Winn and Moth asked Cooper for their investment money back.
- 3 2013: Winn and Moth tried to sell their land in France.
- 4 2018: 'The Salt Path' was published.
- 5 Wednesday (July 9, 2025): Raynor Winn posted a lengthy statement on her website responding to the allegations.
- Public dispute over the veracity of 'The Salt Path'
- Raynor Winn taking legal advice regarding the allegations
- Raynor Winn issuing a detailed public statement to defend her account
- Potential impact on the author's reputation and book sales
What: Author Raynor Winn has responded to a newspaper investigation that claimed she gave misleading information about her life story in her 2018 book 'The Salt Path'.
When: Wednesday (July 9, 2025, Winn posted her statement); 2018 (The Salt Path published); 2008 (economic crash, couple asked for money back); 2013 (couple tried to sell land); 2007 (last time at French property).
Where: UK (The Observer, BBC News); France (uninhabitable ruin owned by Winn).
Why: The Observer newspaper published an investigation casting doubt on Winn's account of losing her house and the nature of her husband's illness, prompting her response.
How: Raynor Winn posted a lengthy statement on her website, providing documents and detailed explanations to counter the allegations made by The Observer.