'A Short Walk in the Hindu Kush' by Eric Newby is a humorous and entertaining travel adventure that follows the journey of the author and his friend, Hugh Carless, as they embark on a mission to climb Mir Samir in Afghanistan. The book captures the essence of British amateur travelers from a bygone era, showcasing their can-do determination, casual planning, and self-deprecating humor. Despite being grossly underprepared, Newby and Carless set off with only a few days of climbing practice in Wales and a lighthearted attitude, leading to a series of misadventures and challenges in the rugged terrain of the Hindu Kush region.
Newby's writing style in 'A Short Walk in the Hindu Kush' is characterized by wry, self-deprecating humor that offers insight into the eccentric characters encountered during the journey and vivid descriptions of the Afghan wilderness. The book provides a mix of naivety, modesty, and self-assurance bordering on arrogance, typical of the British explorers of that era. Despite the comical tone, Newby also delves into the cultural context of the places visited, offering an amusing yet informative narrative of their escapades in Northeast Afghanistan in the mid-1950s.
Genres:
Topics:
Notes:
Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
Content warnings include ethnocentric views and culturally insensitive descriptions, reflective of the time period in which the book was written.
From The Publisher:
Recounts the author's exploration of the Hindu Kush Mountains in the northeastern Afghanistan province of Nuristan
Ratings (1)
Loved It (1) |
Reader Stats (2):
Read It (1) | |
Want To Read (1) |
What can you read after
A Short Walk in the Hindu Kush?
When you click the Amazon link and make a purchase, we may receive a small commision, at no cost to you.
