The Places in Between
The Places in Between by Rory Stewart is a travelogue published by Pan Macmillan on May 9, 2024, featuring 400 pages in English. This book chronicles Stewart’s journey through war-torn Afghanistan following the US invasion, as he traverses the challenging mountainous paths once taken by the Mughal emperor Babur the Great. The narrative captures the turmoil of a nation caught in conflict, providing a firsthand account of the extreme conditions and the diverse experiences encountered along the way.
Readers will find a detailed exploration of Afghanistan’s landscape and its people, as Stewart shares insights gained from his travels on foot. The book delves into themes of history, political science, and the impact of war, offering a unique perspective on a region that has faced decades of strife. Through his encounters and the generosity of those he meets, Stewart presents a vivid portrayal of resilience amidst adversity, making this work a significant contribution to the discourse on Asia and its complex history.
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Winner of the RSL Ondaatje Prize
Shortlisted for the Guardian First Book Award
Embark on a perilous journey through war-torn Afghanistan in this moving travelogue by Rory Stewart, bestselling author of Politics on the Edge and co-host of the hit podcast The Rest Is Politics.
‘A striding, glorious book . . . A flat-out masterpiece’ – The New York Times Book Review
Caught between hostile nations, warring factions and competing ideologies, Afghanistan was in turmoil following the US invasion. Travelling entirely on foot and following the inaccessible mountainous route once taken by the Mughal emperor Babur the Great, Rory Stewart was nearly defeated by the extreme, hostile conditions.
Only with the help of an unexpected companion, and the generosity of the people he met on the way, did he survive to report back on his journey with unique insight on a region closed to the world by twenty-four years of war.
‘This evocative book feels like a long-lost relic of the great age of exploration’ – The Guardian
‘An astonishing achievement’ – Colin Thubron, author of Shadow of the Silk Road
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