A Short Walk In The Hindu Kush

Author: Eric Newby
Binding: Hardback
Published: Secker & Warburg, 1958

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket – some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Faded spine. Bumping on corners. Minor marks and specks on boards. Clean text.

Eric Newby’s A Short Walk In The Hindu Kush chronicles a remarkable and often humorous journey into one of the world’s most remote mountain ranges. This classic travelogue recounts the author’s audacious decision to abandon his conventional career for an ill-prepared expedition through Afghanistan’s rugged terrain. The narrative vividly portrays the challenges and absurdities encountered, from navigating treacherous passes to interacting with local cultures, all presented with Newby’s characteristic wit and self-deprecating charm. It offers a captivating glimpse into a bygone era of adventurous exploration, illustrating the spirit of discovery against a backdrop of breathtaking landscapes and unexpected encounters. The account ultimately stands as a testament to human resilience and the allure of the unknown.