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Winner of the Stanford Dolman Travel Book of the Year (UK)"William Atkins is an erudite writer with a wonderful wit and gaze and this is a new and exciting beast of a travel book."Joy WilliamsIn the classic literary tradition of Bruce Chatwin and Geoff Dyer, a rich and exquisitely written account of travels in eight deserts on five continents that evokes the timeless allure of these remote and forbidding places.Onethird of the earth's surface is classified as desert. Restless, unhappy in love, and intrigued by the Desert Fathers who forged Christian monasticism in the Egyptian desert, William Atkins decided to travel in eight of the world's driest, hottest places: the Empty Quarter of Oman, the Gobi Desert and Taklamakan deserts of northwest China, the Great Victoria Desert of Australia, the manmade desert of the Aral Sea in Kazkahstan, the Black Rock and Sonoran Deserts of the American Southwest, and Egypt's Eastern Desert. Each of his travel narratives effortlessly weaves aspects of natural history, historical background, and presentday reportage into a compelling tapestry that reveals the human appeal of these often inhuman landscapes.
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- Q: What is 'The Immeasurable World: A Desert Journey' about? A: 'The Immeasurable World' is a travel memoir by William Atkins that chronicles his expeditions through eight of the world's deserts across five continents. It combines personal narrative with insights into natural history and human experiences in these remote landscapes.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Immeasurable World: A Desert Journey' is William Atkins, a writer known for his engaging travel narratives.
- Q: What are the main themes of the book? A: Key themes of the book include exploration, the allure of deserts, personal reflection, and the intersection of history and nature in harsh environments.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'The Immeasurable World: A Desert Journey' contains 368 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in a paperback binding, making it suitable for easy handling and portability.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'The Immeasurable World: A Desert Journey' was published on June 11, 2019.
- Q: Is this book suitable for fans of travel literature? A: Yes, fans of travel literature, especially those interested in deserts and personal exploration, will find 'The Immeasurable World' particularly appealing.
- Q: What accolades has the book received? A: 'The Immeasurable World' won the Stanford Dolman Travel Book of the Year award in the UK, highlighting its significance in travel literature.
- Q: What writing style can readers expect? A: Readers can expect a rich and exquisitely written narrative that combines wit, erudition, and vivid descriptions of the deserts visited.
- Q: Is the book considered suitable for educational purposes? A: Yes, the book's blend of personal narrative and factual context about deserts makes it a valuable resource for educational settings, particularly in geography and literature.