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In 1934, a young man leaves the tranquility of the Cotswolds for London, hoping to earn a living as a violinist and laborer. After learning a Spanish phrase, he decides to explore Spain. Over the course of a year, he traverses a country where signs of an impending civil war become increasingly evident. Years later, Laurie Lee writes about this period, offering a vivid and lyrical portrait of Spain’s landscape, culture and strife, reflecting the impression of a young man's experience.
First publish date: 1969
Genre: Travel & Geography/Travel Writing
Authors: Laurie Lee
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