Shangri-La by Michael Buckley
Shangri-La is one of the most evocative myths of our time -so powerful that it has entered the dictionary as a synonym for paradise.As myths go, it is a young one: Shangri-La made its debut with the 1933 publication of British author James Hilton's novel, Lost Horizon. No sooner was Shangri-La created by Hilton than a host of places staked claims to being the real location that inspired the book. This guide to the mythical site of Shangri-La is rooted in the glorious reality of the Himalaya, encompassing parts of southwest China, Tibet, Bhutan, Nepal, Sikkim and Ladakh. It forms a concise guide to the most remote areas of the region, with a focus on major mountain peaks, and some well-chosen treks in each area. Practical information and maps will ensure that visitors can make the most of their trip to this other-worldly destination, while armchair readers can browse and dream...
'This is an esoteric but interesting guide to vast stretches of the HimalayasWhile not exhaustive, it comes at places that have been written about ad infinitum from left field. It proves there are always new ways of looking at the same thing.' Sunday Telegraph 'The book is a good read which carries lightly its formidable research. The writing style is lucid, indeed rather racy and even colloquial in parts....which means that the considerable detail can be absorbed with ease. It is an extremely well-produced volume with excellent appendices and some wonderful coloured photographs.' Richard Hughes, The James Hilton Newsletter
Michael Buckley has travelled widely in the Himalayan region, trekking and mountain-biking in many remote areas. He's the author of Tibet: the Bradt Travel Guide.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781841622040 |
| ISBN 10 | 1841622044 |
| Title | Shangri-La |
| Author | Michael Buckley |
| Series | Bradt Travel Guide Ser |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Bradt Travel Guides |
| Year published | 2008-09-30 |
| Number of pages | 200 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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