John Burgess plonge dans l'âge d'or de la civilisation d'Angkor au Cambodge pour redonner vie à son passé perdu. Son roman 'A Woman of Angkor' transporte les lecteurs au XIIe siècle, recréant la vie quotidienne au sein de l'une des cultures anciennes les plus grandes et les moins connues du monde. Ancien reporter et rédacteur pour The Washington Post, Burgess met à profit son expertise pour créer des récits historiques profondément immersifs. Ses œuvres explorent non seulement les événements historiques, mais aussi les expériences humaines qui s'y déroulent, offrant aux lecteurs un aperçu fascinant de mondes oubliés depuis longtemps.
John Burgess's journey begins with a deep-rooted passion for sailing and travel, which he discovered during his youth in New Zealand. At eighteen, he embarked on an adventurous hitch-hiking trip across Australia, followed by a transformative two-year sailing expedition across the Pacific and Asia. This book captures the essence of his adventures and the realization that these experiences would shape his life profoundly, hinting at further explorations to come.
Hope Bourne is celebrated as one of the finest writers about the British countryside in the twentieth century, particularly for her evocative depictions of Exmoor and its inhabitants. Her prose captures the essence of a life intertwined with nature, complemented by her artistic talent in creating memorable line drawings and vibrant book covers. Despite leaving behind over 2000 artworks, there has been no dedicated volume focusing on her paintings and drawings—until now. This collection presents her artistic achievements, showcasing her ability to convey her love for Exmoor through her paint and pencil. From the sweeping moorland to the vibrant colors of hounds and huntsmen, and the grace of soaring birds, Bourne’s works offer a vivid expression of the landscape. Featuring carefully selected texts, including unpublished writings, alongside expert commentary from John Burgess and Caroline Tonson-Rye, this publication enhances our appreciation of Bourne’s contributions. Her sketches reveal her keen observation of color and light across seasons, capturing moments from stormy skies to summer riverbanks. The remarkable images within this collection reflect her deep understanding of Exmoor and its ever-changing moods, embodying the spirit of the place she cherished.
