Around the World in 80 Novels - by Henry Russell (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"Sometimes the setting of a novel is as important as the story-where would Dickens be without London, or Edith Wharton without New York? Who can Jamaica Inn and not want to visit Bodmin Moor, or enjoy Alexander McCall Smith's The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency without wondering whether perhaps Botswana should be on your bucket list? Whether you have already decided on a destination and want to get a feel for the place and its history, or you are just looking for ideas for your next getaway, Around the World in 80 Novels is full of inspirational reads that will fire your imagination and have you reaching for your suitcase." --Page 4 of cover.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>Whether you're a regular globe-trotter or an armchair traveler, these 80 works conjure up the spirit of place for locations on every continent.</b> <p/>Sometimes the setting of a novel is as important as the story--where would Dickens be without London, or Edith Wharton without New York? Who can read <i>Tales of the City</i> and not want to visit San Francisco, or enjoy Alexander McCall Smith's <i>No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency</i> and not wonder whether perhaps Botswana should be on your bucket list? Covering every corner of the world, from North and South America to Europe, the Far East, Australia, Africa, and more, there are classics by famous authors, alongside works by new writers. Sometimes a native of the country is best able to convey its true nature, but then an outside observer can recreate the attraction of the unknown. Whether you have already decided on a destination and want to get a feel for the place, or you are just looking for ideas for your next getaway, <i>Around the World in 80 Novels</i> is full of inspirational reads that will fire your imagination and have you reaching for your suitcase.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>This gorgeous book allows you to journey around the world by taking you to the different countries and cities that inspired some of literature's greatest works. Get ready for an amazing journey - <i><b>The Passenger</b></i><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Henry Russell has worked on two sides of publishing, first in sales, and then as an author. His many books include introductions to Germany and Russia for National Geographic. He was also a contributor to <i>The Greatest Books You'll Never Read</i>. Henry lives in north London, UK.
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