Palin, Michael

Sahara

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ISBN 13:: 9781474625760
author:: Palin, Michael
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Weidenfeld & Nicolson
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2024
Pages:: 272
Dimensions:: 19.6 x 12.8 x 2.4 centimetres (0
Genre:: Travel
Condition:: New
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The Sahara Desert embodies a unique blend of scale and mystery, where survival and destruction exist in a delicate balance. In this epic journey, Michael Palin faces his greatest challenge yet: crossing the vast expanse of the Sahara from Senegal to Libya's Mediterranean coast.

This book is a testament to the power of nature and human endurance, as Palin navigates the unforgiving landscape of sand dunes, rocky outcrops, and scorching heat. Along the way, he encounters a diverse array of cultures and landscapes, from the westernmost point of Senegal to the Mediterranean beaches of Libya.

With Sahara, Michael Palin shares his remarkable story of adventure, danger, and transformation, set against the stunning backdrop of one of the world's most iconic deserts. A journey full of beauty, excitement, and unexpected moments, this book is a worthwhile read for anyone fascinated by travel, history, and the human spirit.

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