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Insider's tour of Europe's metamorphosis and identity.
If you’re fascinated by cultural shifts and European landscapes, "Europe, Europe" would be a delightful companion. Hans Magnus Enzensberger offers a remarkable window into the continent's changes during a pivotal era. His insights and stories make for a travel narrative that's both educational and engaging, giving you a sense of traveling through time and across borders from the comfort of your armchair.
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ISBN: 9780394558196
Authors:
Hans Magnus Enzensberger
Publisher: Pantheon
Date of Publication: 1989-04-29
Format: Hardcover
Goodreads rating: 3.85
(rated by 78 readers)
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Offers an insider's view of the off-the-beaten-path areas of Europe, focusing on the unusual sections of Spain, Portugal, Sweden, Italy, Poland, and Hungary
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Insider's tour of Europe's metamorphosis and identity.
If you’re fascinated by cultural shifts and European landscapes, "Europe, Europe" would be a delightful companion. Hans Magnus Enzensberger offers a remarkable window into the continent's changes during a pivotal era. His insights and stories make for a travel narrative that's both educational and engaging, giving you a sense of traveling through time and across borders from the comfort of your armchair.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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