Black Lamb and Grey Falcon by Rebecca West
"Black Lamb and Grey Falcon" is a comprehensive and detailed travelogue of Yugoslavia, penned by a British author during the brink of World War II. The book beautifully interweaves history, politics, culture, and personal experiences to paint a vivid picture of the Balkan region. It also serves as a profound reflection on the impending war and the author's concerns about the rise of fascism in Europe, making it not just a travel book but also an essential historical document.
The 532nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1941
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 1100-1200
- Words
- 480,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 16th on The 100 Best Non-Fiction Books of the Century (National Review)
- 38th on The Modern Library | 100 Best Nonfiction (The Modern Library)
- 53rd on The 100 Best Books of World Literature (ABC.es)
- 983rd on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- Best Books Ever (bookdepository.com)
- The Best Travel Books of All Time, According to Authors (Condé Nast)