Frontiers: From The Arctic Circle To The Aegean

Frontiers: From The Arctic Circle To The Aegean

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Adam Nicolson
Binding: Hardback
Published: Weidenfeld and Nicolson, 1985

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings

This compelling travelogue, Frontiers: From The Arctic Circle To The Aegean, One Man's Journey Through The Iron Curtain Borderlands, chronicles a remarkable expedition across the former Iron Curtain. The narrative vividly portrays the landscapes, cultures, and lingering historical echoes found along this once-divided frontier. It presents a deeply personal and insightful account, weaving together geographical observation with reflections on political history and human resilience. Nicolson’s prose illuminates the profound impact of the Cold War on the diverse communities inhabiting these borderlands, offering a unique perspective on a pivotal era. The work illustrates how these regions, once symbols of division, now stand as testaments to enduring human spirit and the complex tapestry of European identity.

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Description

Author: Adam Nicolson
Binding: Hardback
Published: Weidenfeld and Nicolson, 1985

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings

This compelling travelogue, Frontiers: From The Arctic Circle To The Aegean, One Man's Journey Through The Iron Curtain Borderlands, chronicles a remarkable expedition across the former Iron Curtain. The narrative vividly portrays the landscapes, cultures, and lingering historical echoes found along this once-divided frontier. It presents a deeply personal and insightful account, weaving together geographical observation with reflections on political history and human resilience. Nicolson’s prose illuminates the profound impact of the Cold War on the diverse communities inhabiting these borderlands, offering a unique perspective on a pivotal era. The work illustrates how these regions, once symbols of division, now stand as testaments to enduring human spirit and the complex tapestry of European identity.