The Writer's Journey: In the Footsteps of the Literary Greats

An illustrated atlas that explores 35 influential journeys taken by literary greats, including Dracula, Moby Dick, Murder on the Orient Express, Madame Bovary, The Talented Mr. Ripley, and Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone. These journeys had a profound impact on the authors' personal lives and the literary landscape, and award-winning author Travis Elborough provides fascinating insights into the stories behind the creation of these works. The atlas includes navigational notes, color photographs, and commissioned maps.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 18 October 2022
Publisher: White Lion Publishing

Some of the most famous authors in the world have found inspiration in their travels, taking them to remote territories, cultural hotspots, and luxurious accommodations. This beautiful illustrated atlas explores 35 influential journeys taken by these literary greats, revealing the impact these experiences had on their personal lives and the broader literary landscape. Award-winning author Travis Elborough brings these trips to life with fascinating insights into the stories behind the creation of some of the world's most famous literary works, including Dracula, Moby Dick, Murder on the Orient Express, Madame Bovary, The Talented Mr. Ripley, and Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.

Beginning with Herman Melville's first whaling voyage in 1841, from New York to Liverpool, the atlas traces the footsteps of these authors as they journeyed to various destinations. From Jack Kerouac's iconic on-the-road Odyssey, which is now a celebrated drive, to Ernest Hemingway's adventures in Cuba, each journey left its mark on the authors' creative spirits.

The book is packed with navigational notes, color photographs, and commissioned maps that provide fresh insights into the places, works, and personalities of these great minds. Readers will discover new information about the locations, inspirations, and influences that shaped their literary masterpieces, making this atlas a must-have for anyone interested in the world of literature and travel.

Weight: 790g
Dimension: 177 x 243 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780711268722