Clare, Horatio
A Single Swallow: Following an Epic Journey from South Africa to South Wales
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099526315
- author:
- Clare, Horatio
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.8 x 2.2 cm
- Genre:
- Travel Writing
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
A Single Swallow follows the epic journey of a writer and birdwatcher as he travels from the slums of Cape Town to the palaces of Algiers, crossing two continents and fourteen countries. Along the way, he discovers old empires, modern tribes, and a range of unexpected experiences.
From the reed beds of South Africa, where millions of swallows roost in February, to the barns of Wales, where a pair nest in May, Clare's journey is a testament to the power of observation and the beauty of the natural world.
This book is a travelogue, a memoir, and a love letter to the swallows that inspired it. With a unique blend of adventure, culture, and natural history, A Single Swallow is a compelling and thought-provoking read.
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