With a New Afterword by the AuthorPart travelogue, part historical evocation, part personal quest, and part reflection on the joys and perils of passage, this acclaimed synthesis of description and insight remains as relevant today as when it first appeared. Jason Elliot's An Unexpected Light is a remarkable, poignant book about Afghanistan and a heartfelt reflection on the experience of travel itself.
A study of the world's major religious beliefs. The traditional rites and customs of each religion are explained together with examples of beautiful places of worship - from mosques to cathedrals, early shrines to exotic temples. An eight page fold-out feature of a cathedral is included.
A remarkable journey to the heart of a remarkable country
Through years of independent travel and research, the author provides a nuanced exploration of contemporary Iran, blending personal observations with historical and political context. The book delves into the rich tapestry of Islamic art, revealing the nation's cultural secrets. Enhanced by the author's sketches and photographs, this work presents a sensitive and vivid portrait of Iran, filling a significant gap in travel writing about the region and offering readers a unique perspective on a country with a storied past.
SAS meets James Bond in this extraordinary thriller by an award-winning travel writer.
Exploring themes of anxiety, depression, heartbreak, and personal growth, this poetry collection offers a heartfelt reflection on shared human experiences. The verses convey deep emotions and vulnerabilities, inviting readers to connect with their own struggles and triumphs. The author emphasizes resilience, suggesting that if they can learn to navigate life's challenges, so can others, fostering a sense of solidarity and hope among those who feel isolated in their journeys.
The narrative explores the profound inner conflict of characters grappling with their unfulfilled desires in a setting that stifles their true selves. It delves into the existential struggle between embracing one's longings and succumbing to a mundane existence filled with distractions. The tension between the pursuit of authenticity and the comfort of pretense raises poignant questions about the nature of life and fulfillment.
Von Ramin, dem Filmemacher, der Pferdezüchterin Louise und anderen Reisegefährten, von Begegnungen in verrauchten Teestuben oder einsamen Bergdörfern, von schneebedeckten Schluchten und der Weite der Wüste, prächtigen Moscheen und Tempelanlagen: Zwischen 2002 und 2005 hat der preisgekrönte Schriftsteller Jason Elliot den Iran durchquert und legt darüber einen grandiosen Bericht vor.
Na kilka miesięcy przed zamachami 11 września służby wywiadowcze całego świata zostają postawione w stan pogotowia. Anthony Taverner, były oficer armii, obecnie na usługach brytyjskiego wywiadu, otrzymuje na poz�r proste zadanie - zniszczyć skład pocisk�w stinger na terenie opanowanego przez talib�w Afganistanu. Ale w świecie szpieg�w pozory często mylą. Gdy rozpoczyna się wyścig z czasem, Taverner deklaruje lojalność wobec organizacji, o kt�rej istnieniu nie mogą dowiedzieć się nawet jego najbliżsi sojusznicy... Network to opowieść o wyzysku, oszustwach i przyjaźni wystawionej na najcięższa z pr�b.