A Time of Gifts: On Foot to Constantinople: From the Hook of Holland to the Middle Danube (New York Review Books Classics)

Name: A Time of Gifts: On Foot to Constantinople: From the Hook of Holland to the Middle Danube (New York Review Books Classics)
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Book Synopsis: This beloved account about an intrepid young Englishman on the first leg of his walk from London to Constantinople is simply one of the best works of travel literature ever written. At the age of eighteen, Patrick Leigh Fermor set off from the heart of London on an epic journey—to walk to Constantinople. A Time of Gifts is the rich account of his adventures as far as Hungary, after which Between the Woods and the Water continues the story to the Iron Gates that divide the Carpathian and Balkan mountains. Acclaimed for its sweep and intelligence, Leigh Fermor’s book explores a remarkable moment in time. Hitler has just come to power but war is still ahead, as he walks through a Europe soon to be forever changed—through the Lowlands to Mitteleuropa, to Teutonic and Slav heartlands, through the baroque remains of the Holy Roman Empire; up the Rhine, and down to the Danube. At once a memoir of coming-of-age, an account of a journey, and a dazzling exposition of the English language, A Time of Gifts is also a portrait of a continent already showing ominous signs of the holocaust to come.

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Embark on a captivating journey through time and space with 'A Time of Gifts: On Foot to Constantinople'. Follow the footsteps of the intrepid young Englishman, Patrick Leigh Fermor, as he sets off on an epic adventure from London to Constantinople. This classic travel literature masterpiece is a must-read for anyone who craves adventure and exploration.

Immerse yourself in the sweep and intelligence of Leigh Fermor's writing as he takes you on a mesmerizing trip through a Europe on the brink of transformation. From the Lowlands to Mitteleuropa, experience the beauty and history of the continent as it stands on the verge of monumental change. Through baroque remnants and majestic landscapes, Leigh Fermor paints a vivid picture of a continent on the eve of war.

Discover a coming-of-age story intertwined with a mesmerizing travelogue that will transport you to a bygone era. Delight in the lyrical prose that has captivated readers for generations, offering a profound reflection on the beauty of the English language. Prepare to be enchanted by Leigh Fermor's poignant portrayal of a continent teetering on the edge of history.

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