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Eastern Horizons

Shortlisted for the 2018 Edward Stanford Award
By Levison Wood
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Eastern Horizons is an enthralling travel memoir by Levison Wood, documenting his journey along the Silk Road as a young adventurer. Starting in Europe and venturing deep into Asia, Wood offers vivid descriptions of the vibrant cultures, historical landscapes, and the unforgettable people he encounters. This engaging narrative combines exploration with personal growth, showcasing the transformative power of travel.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a deep curiosity for exploring diverse cultures and landscapes, particularly across Asia. With the author's engaging narrative and adventurous spirit, it offers an inspiring and vivid recounting of his journey, providing insights into the history and intricacies of the region. This travelogue will likely appeal to those who appreciate stories of personal discovery intertwined with rich geographical and cultural exploration.

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Eastern Horizons

Award-winning TV adventurer and travel writer's enthralling account of his youthful expedition to Central Asia.

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Levison Wood was only 22 when he decided to hitch-hike from England to India through Russia, Iran, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, but he wasn't the conventional follower of the hippy trail. With a fascination for the deeds of the early explorers, a history degree in the bag, an army career already planned, and a shoestring budget of £750 (including for the flight home), he was determined to find out more about the countries of the Caucasus and beyond—and meet the people who lived and worked there.

Eastern Horizons is a true traveller's tale in the tradition of the best of the genre, populated by a cast of eccentric characters; from mujahideen fighters to the Russian mafia. Along the way, he meets some people who showed great hospitality, while others would rather have murdered him...

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Eastern Horizons by Levison Wood is praised for its engaging narrative and vivid descriptions of a journey through the Silk Road from Russia to India. Reviewers often highlight Wood's ability to capture the essence of the diverse cultures and landscapes he encounters, blending historical insights with personal anecdotes. The book is appreciated for its adventurous spirit and the author's contemplative reflections, making it a compelling read for those interested in travel and exploration.

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Book Details

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ISBN: 9781473676244

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 August 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Paperback

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 384

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Biography & Memoir Levison Wood Non-Fiction Sports Travel & Adventure

About the Author

Levison Wood is an award-winning author, explorer and photographer, whose books and documentaries have won critical acclaim around the world. Levison is the author of 7 books to date, including Walking the Nile and Walking the Americas, which were both Sunday Times bestsellers, and Walking the Himalayas which was voted Adventure Travel Book of the Year at the Edward Stanford Travel Writing Awards.

Levison's passion for adventure and discovering more about indigenous ways of life has taken him to over 100 countries. He served for several years as an Officer in the British Parachute Regiment, including an operational deployment to Afghanistan, where he fought Taliban insurgents in Helmand.

Levison is a passionate conservationist and an ambassador for the charity The Tusk Trust.

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