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“A Short Walk in the Hindu Kush” is a travelogue and adventure memoir written by British author Eric Newby. The book was first published in 1958 and is considered a classic in the travel literature genre.
In “A Short Walk in the Hindu Kush,” Eric Newby recounts his humorous and daring journey into the remote and rugged Hindu Kush mountains of Afghanistan. The story is based on Newby’s personal experiences as he embarks on an adventurous and often comical expedition with a friend, Hugh Carless, in an attempt to climb the unclimbed Mir Samir peak.
The book is known for its witty and self-deprecating humor, as well as its vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and cultures the author encounters along the way. It provides a captivating glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of amateur mountaineering in a remote and challenging region.
Eric Newby’s “A Short Walk in the Hindu Kush” has been praised for its literary style and its ability to transport readers to the harsh and beautiful world of the Hindu Kush mountains. It remains a beloved classic of adventure travel literature.
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