Title: Caveat Lector
Review: I don't usually write negative reviews for literature, since a large part of what you enjoy about the written word is subjective. However, I take travel writing as an exception.Sub-par travel literature is inherently dangerous to read, especially for the novice globetrotter. Whittell's books on Central Asia have been a great way to get yourself hurt far away from home. Please do yourself a favor and DO NOT pick this book up when you see it.The Library Journal mentions something about this area of the world being previously inaccessible to western travelers. They must've gotten this mixed up with East Germany, because I've had several absent-minded professors meander their way through the same locations as Whittell (in the early 90's) with half the trouble and none of the bad advice. Find yourself something better to read, even if you're an "armchair traveler."There is one positive lesson to take from this book. Don't stop writing. If this guy can get published, anyone can.
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