Read unlimited books and audiobooks on the web, ipad, iphone and. Eric newby, one of the worlds bestloved travel writers and former observer travel editor, died on 20 october, aged 86. Nobody was better qualified to produce his own obituary than the travel writer eric newby, author of the classic a short walk in the hindu kush, who has died aged 86. Explore free books, like the victory garden, and more browse now.
A classic of travel writing, a short walk in the hindu kush is eric newbys iconic account of his journey through one of the most remote and. Eric newby is bestknown for his travel book, a short walk in the hindu kush. A short walk in the hindu kush by eric newby waterstones. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Critics have found it comic, intensely english, and understated. A short walk in the hindu kush by eric newby abebooks. It was 1956, and eric newby was earning an improbable living in the chaotic family business of london haute couture. Wanda newby, 70, has accompanied him on most of his travels and is a vital counterpoint in his hilarious books, which include a short walk in the hindu kush and slowly down the ganges. A short walk in the hindu kush the 20 best travel books.
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