Beyond Possible [2022 published] is a fantastic book on the human spirit, the ability to break through the pain barrier and do good while achieving…
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Tag: Travel Writing Reference
Pakistan
Pakistan has attracted adventurers and reporters alike. Its wild beauty and violent environment are an intoxicating mix. Here are 3 vivid reportages. Geoffrey Moorhouse traveled…
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By Anthony Sattin
“Anthony Sattin is to Egypt what William Dalrymple is to India” The Times. Here are four of his books on Egypt and one on Timbuktu.…
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Ibn Battuta of Tangier
There are 3 great land travellers from ancient times. One of them is Ibn Battuta of Tangier. He started from there in 1325 and only…
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The Yangtze River
The Yangtze River has a mystical status in Chinese history. It is the 3rd longest river in the world. Unlike the Yellow river, it is…
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Ideal companions on cruise
These 2 books are ideal companions on any cruise in the Mediterranean Sea. I bought The Pillars of Hercules in a 2nd handbook shop in…
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