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by Henry Hemming (Author)
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  • Paperback: 304 pages
  • Publisher: Nicholas Brealey Publishing (1 Mar 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1857883950
  • ISBN-13: 978-1857883954
  • Product Dimensions: 21 x 13.4 x 2.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 67,323 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant, 31 Mar 2007
By Ch Sandilands "Boris Binkevich" (Munich, Germany) - See all my reviews
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Thoroughly enjoyed reading this book.

On the one hand, the witty and spirited account of a fascinating journey makes for a thoroughly enjoyable read. On the other hand, Hemming succeeds in his real mission: to paint a balanced picture of the Middle East for readers in Europe. Hemming submerges himself in the communities with which he comes into contact and is able to provide a sketch which is free from the distortions of politics and the media in both Europe and the Middle East. We meet the party-loving, young Iranians who don't want to wage war against the world; we witness acts of enormous kindness from the poorest Muslims to Christians; we hear of Iraqis tired of violence. But we also see the other side: we hear the prejudiced beliefs; meet women repressed by their families; we find corrupt officials.

But the overwhelming reminder deposited by Hemming - even if he never states it explicitly - is that of the basic tenet of global humanity: cultures may be coloured by their identities, but essentially they all have similar values and aspirations at their core. A reminder that could not be more timely, and a reminder needed by many who forget to decouple politics from nations.

An excellent first book by a young author with a bright future.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A unique book....., 13 Mar 2007
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This is a brilliant brilliant book and not like any other travel book I've read - especially ones about the middle east. First it is hugely funny and often in unexpected places - it's rare to read a serious book like this and laugh out loud. Second, and perhaps more importantly, the author does not stand back and write about the characters and places he meets in a cold detached way. Rather he acknowledges his place in it all -his idealism, his assumptions, his changing attitude - which makes the journey feel fleshy and real throughout. It's also the fastest I've ever read a book as it is genuinely nailbiting - the wizard-of-oz-like quest to get to Baghdad gives the book a constant forward moving thrust and is difficult to put down. But what stayed with me the most after reading the book were those small moments he paints so well - perhaps because of his work as a painter - the vivid detail of each scene, the smell, the colours - descriptions that have stayed with me long after I finished reading it. An exceptional book.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Amusing and well written, 11 Jun 2007
By S. A. Richmond (London, UK) - See all my reviews
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This was a very easy and enjoyable book to read. Hemming had a good idea in this book, and was very fortunate to be presented with such great opportunities, which he's documented in a very amusing and engaging way.

He covered some great countries, of which there is little contemporary travel writing. I'm not quite sure whether the art theme was an after thought to give the story some purpose, but it worked well. Clearly the story isn't about being an artist; it's about travelling around the middle east while the Iraq war looms. All the interesting bits derive from that.

Hemming is clearly well connected, which in fairness he doesn't try to hide. Not too many modern travel writers dine with princes and get travel advice from UK ambassadors.

Great book - thoroughly recommended.
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