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A Writer's World

By Jan Morris
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A Writer's World by Jan Morris captures the sweeping panorama of her experiences as a seasoned travel writer. Blending memoir, history, and cultural insights, the book takes readers on an evocative journey through various landscapes and times, highlighting the profound changes witnessed during the 20th century. Rich in observation and reflection, it offers a unique look at the adventures and beauty of distant places.
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This book may appeal to you if you're captivated by the rich tapestry of global travel narratives and enjoy exploring different cultures through the eyes of an eloquent writer. Jan Morris's collection of stories offers insightful and vivid depictions of diverse places, blending historical nuances and personal experiences. If you appreciate travel writing that transports you into the heart of the world's most fascinating locales, this book might be the perfect adventure.

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A Writer's World

In a hugely evocative collection of her travel writing and reportage from five decades, Jan Morris has produced a unique portrait of the late twentieth century world

In A Writer's World, award-winning Jan Morris takes us through a remarkable collection of her travels - from New York to Venice, the first ascent of Everest to the fall of the Berlin Wall.

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In a hugely evocative collection of her travel writing and reportage from five decades, Jan Morris has produced a unique portrait of the late twentieth century world.

Ranging from New York to Venice, Oxford to the Middle East, and Wales to South Africa, Jan Morris was a witness to such seminal moments as the Eichmann trial, the first ascent of Everest, the fall of the Berlin Wall and the handover of Hong Kong.

And, as ever, she displays her unique and inimitable literary style, at once funny, wise and sad.

A Writer's World is a testament to Jan Morris's exceptional ability to observe and capture the essence of locations and historical events through her distinctive voice.

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A Writer's World by Jan Morris is praised for its exceptional collection of travel essays. Reviewers highlight its role as an essential read, describing it as a captivating and insightful portrayal of the planet. The book is lauded for showcasing Morris's ability to provide thought-provoking, entertaining, and informative narratives of her journeys.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780571215256

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 October 2004

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 125.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 367g

Pages: 480

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About the Author

Jan Morris was born in Somerset in 1926 and received her B.A. in 1951 and her M.A. in 1961, both from Christ Church, Oxford. Dubbed the 'Flaubert of the jet age' by Alistair Cooke, and 'perhaps the best descriptive writer of our time' by Rebecca West, Jan Morris has written studies of Venice, Oxford, Manhattan, Sydney, Hong Kong, Spain and Wales. She is the author of the Pax Brittanica trilogy about the British Empire, two autobiographical books, six volumes of collected travel essays and a novel.

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