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Peaks of Shala

by Rose Wilder Lane

The book recounts Lane's journey as she explores the remote and challenging terrain of the Shala Valley, observing the culture and traditions of the local people and their struggles for survival. Published in 1923, "Peaks of Shala" offers readers a vivid and captivating account of Lane's experiences as she navigates the treacherous peaks and valleys of the Albanian mountains, forging deep connections with the people she encounters along the way. The book provides a unique and intimate insight into the lives of the Albanian people, their customs, and their way of life. Through her travels, Lane also explores her own identity and place in the world, grappling with questions of culture, language, and belonging. Her experiences in Albania had a profound impact on her life and writing, and "Peaks of Shala" offers a fascinating window into this transformative period in her life. Overall, "Peaks of Shala" is a captivating and insightful memoir that offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the culture and landscape of early 20th-century Albania. Lane's writing is engaging and evocative, transporting readers to a world of rugged beauty and challenging terrain, and offering a poignant meditation on the human experience.

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English

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English

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1923

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Rose Wilder Lane

United States

Rose Wilder Lane was an American journalist, travel writer, novelist, political theorist and daughter of American writer Laura Ingalls Wilder. Along with two other female writers, Ayn Rand and Isabel...

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