Counting Our Blessings: 69 Days in Europe - Softcover

Perkins, Di; Perkins, Bill

Softcover

ISBN 10: 192208672X ISBN 13: 9781922086723

Publisher: Sid Harta Publishers, 2013

Synopsis

Di, an historian, and Bill Perkins, a geologist, are possibly on their ‘last trip’ overseas and are determined to make it a memorable experience. This collection of ‘missives and reflections’, sent to family and friends back in Australia, becomes a compelling account of the well-planned 69-day trip across Europe upon which they embarked in March 2012. As you travel with them into all of these European countries steeped in history, you will not only be informed but entertained by their perceptive observations, and their open-mindedness about all they see and learn. This is an enlightening and captivating read. The travellers meet up with contacts in various parts of Europe whose own stories are also of interest. The Perkins’ approach to travel is one of excitement and exuberance. Di Perkins writes with passion, always aware of the subtleties of the history and geography of each destination. The book is illustrated with Bill’s evocative photographs. Di’s expertise in historical research and writing and Bill’s photographic skills have combined to produce an absorbing and beautifully presented account of their travels. The accurate historical context is complemented by superb photographs and human interest stories which, for some readers, could be among the highlights of the book. The authors clearly care deeply about people of all cultures, they are passionate about the environment, they treasure family and friends, and above all, they love life. --Dr Margaret Kowald I have often stated in many of my reviews that I have a great job as I get to review some wonderful books - this magnificent account from two talented people travelling the roads I dream to travel is certainly one of those books. This book is full of beauty and I don’t mean just Bill’s photographs. John Morrow’s Pick of the Week This is a really inspirational book, full of beautiful and lively descriptions, for those who love travel and for those who need that extra push to leave Down Under and discover the beauty of this world. Wendy O’Hanlon, Acres Australia

Edition details

• Publisher: Sid Harta Publishers
• Publication date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 192208672X
• ISBN 13: 9781922086723
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 250