Henry Miller

The Colossus of Maroussi (Penguin Modern Classics)

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ISBN 13:: 9780141980546
author:: Henry Miller
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Penguin Classics
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2016
Pages:: 208
Dimensions:: 12.9 x 1.2 x 19.8 cm
Genre:: Travel & Holiday, Countries & Regions, United
Condition:: New
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The Colossus of Maroussi by Henry Miller In 1939, Henry Miller embarked on a journey to explore the Greek countryside with his friend Lawrence Durrell. Inspired by a young woman's account of the landscapes, Miller set out to experience the beauty and mystique of Greece for himself. As he wandered through the Grecian landscape, Miller encountered a range of unforgettable characters, including the flamboyant poet Katsumbalis. His travels took him to sacred springs, where he drank from the water, and into situations that tested his courage and wits. This lyrical travelogue represents an epiphany in Miller's life, one that would shape his writing and perspective for years to come.

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