Virago Book Of Women Travellers.

A collection of writings by women who traveled for pleasure or peril, observing the world and its cultures with wit, intelligence, compassion, and empathy. Includes works by Mary McCarthy, Willa Cather, Joan Didion, Vita Sackville-West, and M. F. K. Fisher.

Format: Hardback
Length: 544 pages
Publication date: 29 October 2020
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Three hundred years of wanderlust are encapsulated within this collection, as women embark on journeys for peril or pleasure, whether to explore Persian gardens or immerse themselves in the French countryside, to conquer the fierce Sahara or scale impossible mountains. The extraordinary women featured in this collection serve as keen observers of the world they traverse; their prose brims with vivid descriptions and remarkable detail. Mary McCarthy captures the essence of Florence, while Willa Cather's essay on Lavandou sets the stage for her later descriptions of the French countryside in her novels. Others, like Leila Philip, actively participate in the culture they visit, engaging in activities such as harvesting rice alongside Japanese women. Whether driven by curiosity about the world, a thirst for adventure, or a desire for escape from personal tragedy, all these women share a common thread—they approached their journeys with wit, intelligence, compassion, and empathy for the lives they encountered along the way.

Additionally, this collection features writing by renowned authors such as Willa Cather, Joan Didion, Vita Sackville-West, M. F. K. Fisher, and Christina Dodwell, among others. Their contributions further enrich the tapestry of experiences and perspectives captured within these pages.

Weight: 684g
Dimension: 148 x 223 x 47 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780349013527