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Step into the captivating journey of A Time of Gifts: A John Murray Journey by Patrick Leigh Fermor, a literary gem that invites you to explore the enchanting landscapes of pre-war Europe. This vivid travelogue, introduced by the renowned Jan Morris, recounts Fermor's intrepid journey from Holland to Hungary, undertaken when he was just eighteen years old.
In 1933, armed only with a rucksack and a humble weekly allowance of one pound, Fermor traversed the continent on foot. His initial plan to experience life as a vagabond took an extraordinary turn after a chance encounter in Bavaria, leading him into a realm of splendid castles and the fading echoes of European aristocracy.
A Time of Gifts is more than just a travel diary; it is a rich tapestry woven with the threads of history, culture, and personal adventure. Fermor's evocative prose brings to life the architecture and culture of Europe on the brink of upheaval. Key features include:
Celebrated as one of the most romantic books of the 20th century, A Time of Gifts not only inspires but also transports readers to a world of adventure and nostalgia, promising "a prospect of inconjecturable magic" that resonates long after the final page is turned.
ISBN: | 9781529369526 |
Author: | Patrick Leigh Fermor |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | John Murray Publishers Ltd |
Publisher: | John Murray Press |
Dimensions: | 130 x 199 x 28 mm |
Publication Date: | 07 August, 2021 |
Pagination: | 384 pages |
Weight: | 280g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’