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Journey Into Cyprus

by Colin Thubron
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Journey Into Cyprus
Journey Into Cyprus

Exploration and discovery across Cyprus's rich tapestry.

"Journey Into Cyprus" offers a compelling traversal through landscape and history that could delight anyone fascinated by cultural exploration and the Mediterranean allure. Thubron's eloquent prose promises an intimate trek into the heart of Cyprus, weaving personal narratives with the island's layered past. It's a travel memoir that not only traverses geography but also delves into the soul of a place.

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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Journey Into Cyprus

by Colin Thubron
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ISBN: 9780871133779
Author: Colin Thubron
Publisher: Atlantic Monthly Pr
Date of Publication: 1990-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History, Travel
Related Topics: History, European History, Travelogue
Goodreads rating: 3.73
(rated by 292 readers)
 

Exploration and discovery across Cyprus's rich tapestry.

"Journey Into Cyprus" offers a compelling traversal through landscape and history that could delight anyone fascinated by cultural exploration and the Mediterranean allure. Thubron's eloquent prose promises an intimate trek into the heart of Cyprus, weaving personal narratives with the island's layered past. It's a travel memoir that not only traverses geography but also delves into the soul of a place.

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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