Remote People
Remote People by Evelyn Waugh, published by Duckbacks in 1985, offers a detailed account of the author’s travels as a special correspondent for “The Times” during the coronation of Emperor Ras Tafari in Ethiopia. This edition, written in English and spanning 185 pages, captures Waugh’s experiences not only in Ethiopia but also in Aden, Kenya, Zanzibar, the Belgian Congo, and South Africa, providing a rich tapestry of the landscapes and cultures he encountered.
Readers will find vivid descriptions of the countryside, cities, and towns, as well as the interactions between locals and expatriates, settlers, and traders. Waugh’s narrative includes reflections on the challenges of travel and the complexities of returning home, interspersed with three nightmarish episodes that highlight the frustrations he faced. This book presents a unique perspective on travel and travel writing, showcasing Waugh’s keen observations and experiences during a significant historical moment.
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In 1930 Evelyn Waugh went out to Abyssinia as special correspondent for “The Times” to cover the coronation of the Emperor Ras Tafari – Haile Selassie I, King of the Kings of Ethiopia. This is Waugh’s account, not just of Ethiopia and the coronation, but of his subsequent travels in Aden, Kenya, Zanzibar, the Belgian Congo and South Africa. The countryside, cities, towns and villages are vividly described and just as vividly natives rub shoulders on Waugh’s pages with eccentric expatriates; settlers with Arab traders; and dignitaries with Armenian monks. Interspersing his tales are three nightmares which describe the frustrations of travel and the disappointment of returning home.
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