Books by Alexandra David-Néel
“She set off with her Tibetan adopted son. They were both dressed as pilgrims. He was allowed to be in Tibet, which had recently been granted independence from China. But absolutely no foreigners were allowed in whatsoever. She went incognito, undercover. So she was constantly under threat of being caught out. That is, in the narrative sense, what drives the story. She carries a pistol, a compass, and a few old spoons. The end point is her reaching Lhasa, where she spends two months. It’s the capital of Tibet, and she was among the first Europeans to ever set foot there. What really struck me was her nonchalance. Her actual physical journey is extraordinary, and she combines huge intelligence and academic passion with a sense of rebellion.” Read more...
The best books on Long-Distance Journeys
Louis Hall, Travel Writer
Interviews where books by Alexandra David-Néel were recommended
The best books on Long-Distance Journeys, recommended by Louis Hall
Travelling over long distances offers extraordinary opportunity for reflection and re-orientation, explains Louis Hall—the equestrian travel writer whose new book, In Green, describes his trek through the Alps and Pyrenees. Here, he recommends five classic travel books about long journeys that have stood the test of time.
