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In this captivating travelogue, Oliver Lewis embarks on a literary pilgrimage, tracing the footsteps of the enigmatic George Orwell. Over three years, Lewis journeyed from Wigan to Catalonia, Paris to Motihari, and Marrakesh to Eton, exploring the myriad locations that shaped Orwell's life and work.
The Orwell Tour offers a fresh perspective on the celebrated author, examining how each place influenced Orwell's writing and how these locales now commemorate their famous resident. From Orwell's birthplace in Northern India to his final resting place in Sutton Courtenay, Oxfordshire, Lewis weaves together a compelling narrative that illuminates the nomadic existence of this literary giant.
Lewis, a historian and researcher, brings a scholarly yet accessible approach to this innovative biography. By focusing on the geographical aspects of Orwell's life, he provides readers with a unique lens through which to understand the man behind such seminal works as 1984 and Animal Farm.
This meticulously researched book not only sheds light on Orwell's peripatetic lifestyle but also offers valuable insights into the places that inspired his writing. The Orwell Tour is an indispensable guide for literary enthusiasts and history buffs alike, providing a vivid portrait of one of the 20th century's most influential authors.
Book ISBN: | 9781785789649 |
Book Author: | Oliver Lewis |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Icon Books |
Book Publisher: | Icon Books |
Book Dimensions: | 198 x 129 x 18 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2024-04-11 |
Book Pagination: | 304 pages |
Book Weight: | 252g |
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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.’