Tamblyn, Nathan

A Year in Yemen

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ISBN 13:: 9781533018717
author:: Tamblyn, Nathan
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2016
Pages:: 102
Dimensions:: 19.8 x 12.9 x 0.5 centimetres (0
Genre:: Biography, Personal Memoirs, ,
Condition:: New
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A Year in Yemen by Nathan Tamblyn is a gripping account of an adventure at the end of an Empire. In 1957, the author was sent to Yemen as a political adviser to the Colonial Office, armed with little more than his language skills and a determination to make a difference. The experience proved to be far from straightforward, as the author recounts being shot at and mined in this harrowing true story. With its blend of politics, culture shock, and personal danger, A Year in Yemen offers a unique insight into a pivotal moment in history. Through his experiences, Tamblyn sheds light on the complexities of colonialism and the human cost of imperial power. This is a compelling and thought-provoking read for anyone interested in history, politics, or the human experience.

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