Remote People
“Remote People” by Evelyn Waugh is a travel narrative published by Penguin in 2002, featuring 192 pages in English. This edition presents a vivid account of Waugh’s experiences as a special correspondent for *The Times* during the coronation of Emperor Ras Tafari, also known as Haile Selassie I, in 1930. The book captures his subsequent travels across Africa, showcasing a blend of local cultures and the lives of eccentric expatriates, settlers, and dignitaries.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of stories that highlight the interactions between various groups, including natives, Arab traders, and monks. Waugh’s observations are interspersed with three ‘nightmares’ that delve into the challenges and absurdities of travel, including the complexities of returning home. This edition offers a unique perspective on travel and cultural encounters, making it a notable addition to the genres of literary fiction and travel writing.
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Perhaps the funniest travel book ever written, Remote People begins with a vivid account of the coronation of Emperor Ras Tafari – Haile Selassie I, King of Kings – an event covered by Evelyn Waugh in 1930 as special correspondent for The Times. It continues with subsequent travels throughout Africa, where natives rub shoulders with eccentric expatriates, settlers with Arab traders and dignitaries with monks. Interspersed with these colourful tales are three ‘nightmares’ which describe the vexations of travel, including returning home.
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