Product Description

Thubron travelled throughout Central Asia in the wake of the break-up of the Soviet Union and documented the widespread social upheaval in a region reeling from political change. An inspirational writer, intrepid traveller and insightful observer, Thubron's "The Lost Heart of Asia" is an outstanding guide to the history, people and culture of a vast region resonating with history and politics.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #51121 in Books
• Published on: 2007-10-04
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 384 pages

From the Publisher
'I would rather read Colin Thubron than any other travel writer alive on central Asia' John Simpson, Daily Telegraph

About the Author
Colin Thubron was born in London in 1939. He left publishing to travel - mainly in Asia and North Africa, where he made documentary films which were shown on BBC and world television. Afterwards, he returned to the Middle East, and wrote five books on the Area. In 1984, the Book Marketing Council nominated him one of the twenty best contemporary writers on travel.

Customer Reviews

compelling.. poetic.. and honest
When I read this book I had to carry a pencil around with me to underline phrases and sentences, the odd turn of phrase. I never wanted it to end and I thought he was writing just for me, just to entertain me and to tell me a story. It comes across as intimate - the writing is so emotive and sentient.
To me, this is what travel writing, indeed writing, is all about.

A very good book, almost as good as Among the Russians.
Colin Thubron, I wish I was carrying your backpack for you on these journeys. Among the Russians made me laugh, this book made me drool! I have worked extensively in the Caspian region and you write what I live!For lovers of travel writing - buy this book!

fascinating insight into forgotten people and realms
A voyage of discovery among the peoples and countries of the central Asian former Soviet republics. A revealing insight into historic but little known cultures and with amazing contrasts to Western ways of life and ideals. A poignant collection of encounters with residents who are torn between the formerly surpressed Islamic heritage and the legacy of their Soviet rule. Both informative and emotive.