Beginning in Kathmandu in Nepal, and ending in the tranquill hill town of Kandy in Sri Lanka, Anne Mustoe's amazing journey by bicycle followed the path of the Ramayana's central characters Rama and Sita -- and Hanuman, their divine helper. With her chosen method of transport, she was able to mix and interact with local people; to learn of their customs and daily lives in ways that are closed to the conventional traveller. Rich experiences make up this remarkable adventure, and the book is packed with anecdotes that really ...
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Beginning in Kathmandu in Nepal, and ending in the tranquill hill town of Kandy in Sri Lanka, Anne Mustoe's amazing journey by bicycle followed the path of the Ramayana's central characters Rama and Sita -- and Hanuman, their divine helper. With her chosen method of transport, she was able to mix and interact with local people; to learn of their customs and daily lives in ways that are closed to the conventional traveller. Rich experiences make up this remarkable adventure, and the book is packed with anecdotes that really bring the journey alive. The Indian subcontinent is explored in all its cultural and spiritual diversity and the story is told with sympathy, humour, keen observation and the relish of the open road.
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Fine in Near Fine jacket. Dustwrapper, pp.282, bw ills. A journey by bicycle following the same route as Rama and Sita in the Sanskrit epic Ramayana. Small split to wrapper corner on rear cover else a fine copy. Size: 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall.
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Fair. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. The book is perfectly readable and fit for use, although it shows signs of previous ownership. The spine is likely creased and the cover scuffed or slightly torn. Textbooks will typically have an amount of underlining and/or highlighting, as well as notes. If this book is over 5 years old, then please expect the pages to be yellowing or to have age spots. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading. Damaged cover. The cover of is slightly damaged for instance a torn or bent corner.
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Very good. **SHIPPED FROM UK** We believe you will be completely satisfied with our quick and reliable service. All orders are dispatched as swiftly as possible! Buy with confidence! Greener Books.
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Very good. **SHIPPED FROM UK** We believe you will be completely satisfied with our quick and reliable service. All orders are dispatched as swiftly as possible! Buy with confidence! Greener Books.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 350grams, ISBN: 9780753506714.