Cooper, Artemis
Patrick Leigh Fermor: An Adventure
- ISBN 13:
- 9780719565496
- author:
- Cooper, Artemis
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- John Murray
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 464
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 3.6 cm
- Genre:
- Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Patrick Leigh Fermor: An Adventure
A beautifully crafted biography that brings to life the extraordinary life of Patrick Leigh Fermor, a war hero and one of the greatest travel writers of our times. Artemis Cooper's in-depth portrait is based on years of interviews, conversations, and access to his archives, revealing a man of remarkable gifts and a passion for learning that inspired some of the most passionate friendships of his life.
From his legendary exploits in Crete to his iconic walks across pre-war Europe, Fermor's life is a testament to the power of curiosity and adventure. This book offers a unique insight into the life of a true original, a man who wore his learning with playfulness and inspired generations of readers with his writing.
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