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The Best British Travel Writing of the 21st Century

A Celebration of Outstanding Travel Storytelling from Around the World
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The Best British Travel Writing of the 21st Century curated by Jessica Vincent offers a fascinating collection of essays and narratives that capture the essence of travel from a British perspective. This anthology showcases a diverse range of destinations and experiences, exploring themes of adventure, discovery, and cultural reflection, while highlighting the compelling voices of contemporary British travel writers.
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You might enjoy this book if you love exploring diverse landscapes and cultures through exceptional storytelling. It offers a captivating collection of narratives that embody the spirit of adventure, bringing to life the unique experiences and insights of modern travel writing from Britain. Perfect for those who appreciate vivid descriptions and insightful reflections on travel.

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Travel writing matters
This anthology is a collection of the 30 best travel stories published in British media over the last two decades, as judged by some of the top names in the game today. It is a celebration of the craft of travel writing, and its ability to educate, inspire and build understanding between people and cultures.

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Travel writing matters

Explore the world through this beautiful collection of the finest travel writing published in British media in the 21st century, as judged by some of the most respected travel writers in the world: Levison Wood, Monisha Rajesh, Jessica Vincent, and Simon Willmore.

The world has changed, but our desire to explore new places remains as strong as ever. The Best British Travel Writing of the 21st Century includes 30 outstanding travel stories published in British media over the last two decades, as chosen by some of the top names in travel writing today. Through travel's most talented storytellers, you'll face adversity along the Congo's raging River Lulua, make new friends aboard Iraq's night train, and embark on life-changing pilgrimages from India to Saudi Arabia.

This book is an ode to travel and all that it offers, but it's also a celebration of a genre that brings the world closer to us. At its best, travel writing encourages empathy and inspires change. Join our award-winning writers in marvelling at the power and beauty of travel, and let them inspire you to fall in love with the world all over again.

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The Best British Travel Writing of the 21st Century, edited by Jessica Vincent, has been praised for enabling readers to experience diverse and fascinating travels from the comfort of their homes, offering a collection that is both captivating and insightful. The review commends the book for its ability to transport readers across various locales, offering rich stories that reflect the vibrancy and diversity of British travel writing.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800079960

Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 February 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Summersdale Publishers

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 288

About the Author

Jessica Vincent is a multi-award-winning travel journalist whose work has appeared in National Geographic Traveller, BBC Travel, CNN, The Telegraph, The Independent and more. Jessica is the current Global Travel Writer of the Year, and has been nominated for three more travel journalism awards, including Specialist Writer of the Year and Best Wider World Feature, in 2021.

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