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by Lawrence Durrell (Author)
Prospero's Cell: And Reflections On A Marine Venus is a travelogue written by Lawrence Durrell. The book is divided into two parts: the first part is about Durrell's time spent on the Greek island of Corfu during the 1930s, and the second part is about his experiences on the island of Rhodes during the 1940s.In the first part of the book, Durrell describes the natural beauty of Corfu and his interactions with the local people. He also writes about his efforts to learn the Greek language and his fascination with the island's history and mythology.The second part of the book focuses on Durrell's time on Rhodes during World War II. He describes the island's strategic importance during the war and the impact it had on the local population. He also writes about his own experiences as a member of the British intelligence service stationed on the island.Throughout the book, Durrell reflects on the relationship between humans and the natural world. He also explores themes of identity, culture, and the impact of history on contemporary society.Overall, Prospero's Cell: And Reflections On A Marine Venus is a beautifully written and insightful travelogue that offers a unique perspective on two Mediterranean islands and the people who call them home.Two Volumes In One.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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by Lawrence Durrell (Author)
Prospero's Cell: And Reflections On A Marine Venus is a travelogue written by Lawrence Durrell. The book is divided into two parts: the first part is about Durrell's time spent on the Greek island of Corfu during the 1930s, and the second part is about his experiences on the island of Rhodes during the 1940s.In the first part of the book, Durrell describes the natural beauty of Corfu and his interactions with the local people. He also writes about his efforts to learn the Greek language and his fascination with the island's history and mythology.The second part of the book focuses on Durrell's time on Rhodes during World War II. He describes the island's strategic importance during the war and the impact it had on the local population. He also writes about his own experiences as a member of the British intelligence service stationed on the island.Throughout the book, Durrell reflects on the relationship between humans and the natural world. He also explores themes of identity, culture, and the impact of history on contemporary society.Overall, Prospero's Cell: And Reflections On A Marine Venus is a beautifully written and insightful travelogue that offers a unique perspective on two Mediterranean islands and the people who call them home.Two Volumes In One.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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