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Intimate journey through India's heart via river.
"Slowly Down the Ganges" isn't just a travelogue; it's an adventure that brings you into intimate contact with India. As Newby paints every scene with descriptive prowess, you'll feel the warmth of the Indian sun and the rhythm of the river. The nuances of rural life and the rich tapestry of history and culture encountered in this epic river journey will captivate you, whether you're an armchair traveler or an adventurer at heart.
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ISBN: 9780330280235
Authors:
Eric Newby
Publisher: Picador
Date of Publication: 1983-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Topics:
Asia,
History,
Travelogue,
Memoir,
Adventure,
Travel,
Autobiography,
Biography Memoir
Goodreads rating: 3.79
(rated by 1253 readers)
Description
This is the story of the 1200-mile journey made by Eric Newby and his wife down the holy river of India, from Hardwar where it enters the great plain down to where the waters of the Hooghly finally flow into the Bay of Bengal.
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This is a well-read book, which means that the previous owner probably really enjoyed it! The cover and pages may include moderate foxing and annotations, but the text is not obscured and still readable. Moderate cosmetic defects and minor water damage may be present on the edges of the book. For paperbacks, there may be multiple crease marks on the spine.
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