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In Patagonia

Pages
226
Published
1997
Language
English

Synopsis

This book combines two distinct narratives: a journey through the remote and captivating landscapes of Patagonia, exploring its history, people, and myths, and a separate account of Francisco Manoel da Silva, a Brazilian slave trader who became the Viceroy of Ouidah in West Africa. Chatwin weaves together these disparate tales with his characteristic blend of meticulous research and evocative prose, offering a unique perspective on adventure, history, and human nature.

About the author

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Bruce Chatwin

Charles Bruce Chatwin (13 May 1940 – 18 January 1989) was an English travel writer, novelist and journalist. His first book, In Patagonia (1977), established Chatwin as a travel writer, although he considered himself instead a storyteller, interested in bringing to light unusual tales. He won the James Tait Black Memorial Prize for his novel On the Black Hill (1982), while his novel Utz (1988) was shortlisted for the Booker Prize. In 2008 The Times ranked Chatwin as number 46 on their list...