
Peaks of Shala
'Peaks of Shala' Summary
Peaks of Shala is a memoir by Rose Wilder Lane, the daughter of famous American author Laura Ingalls Wilder. The book is based on her travels through Albania in the early 1920s, where she worked as a journalist and helped to establish a democratic government in the country.
Set against the backdrop of the beautiful Albanian countryside, Lane's memoir is a vivid and engaging account of her experiences in a country that was largely unknown to Westerners at the time. She describes in detail the natural beauty of the landscape, the culture of the Albanian people, and the challenges she faced as a foreigner trying to navigate an unfamiliar country.
Peaks of Shala is also a fascinating insight into the political climate of Albania in the early 20th century. Lane was involved in efforts to establish a democratic government in the country, and she writes passionately about the struggles and successes of this movement. Her account provides a unique perspective on Albania's history and the challenges faced by a country trying to modernize and establish a new political system.
Throughout the book, Lane's writing is both evocative and insightful. Her descriptions of the landscape are particularly vivid, and she captures the essence of the Albanian people with sensitivity and empathy. Her personal experiences are woven into the broader narrative, creating a compelling and engaging memoir that is both informative and entertaining.
Peaks of Shala is a timeless work that remains relevant today. It offers readers a unique perspective on Albania's history, as well as insights into the challenges faced by anyone trying to navigate an unfamiliar culture. It is also a testament to the power of one person to make a difference in the world, and the impact that a single individual can have on the course of history.
Book Details
Authors

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...
Books by Rose Wilder LaneDownload eBooks
Listen/Download Audiobook
- Select Speed
Related books

California Desert Trails by Joseph Smeaton Chase
An experienced adventurer embarks on a multi-year journey through the deserts of California, seeking to understand their enigmatic allure while enduri...

Biographical Memoir of John Wesley Powell, 1834-1902 by William Morris Davis
In the early days of the American West, a young man named John Wesley Powell set out to explore the Colorado River and its canyonlands. His journey wo...

During the Persecution: Autobiography of Father John Gerard by Father John Gerard
Fr. John Gerard (1564 – 1637) was an English Jesuit priest who operated covertly in England during the Elizabethan era, during which the Catholic Chur...

An English Woman-Sergeant in the Serbian Army by Flora Sandes
Flora Sandes was the only British woman officially to serve as a soldier in World War I. Initially a St. John Ambulance volunteer, she traveled to Ser...

The Amateur Emigrant by Robert Louis Stevenson
The Amateur Emigrant is Robert Louis Stevenson's travel memoir of his journey from Scotland to California in 1879-1880. It is not a complete account,...

Recuerdo by Edna St. Vincent Millay
LibriVox volunteers bring you nine different recordings of Recuerdo, by Edna St. Vincent Millay. This was the weekly poetry project for the week of Ju...

Summer Morning by Robert F. Murray
Robert F. Murray's "Summer Morning" is a collection of poems that reflect on themes of youth, life, and mortality. The poems, often tinged with melanc...

Lady's Life on a Farm in Manitoba by Mary Georgiana Caroline Hall
In 1881, Mrs. Cecil Hall's brother went to Manitoba to farm. In 1882, she went out for a visit of some two months, and followed that visit with a long...

Autobiography of a Clown by Isaac Marcosson
This autobiography, presented as a 'told-to' narrative, recounts the life and experiences of Jules Turnour, a renowned clown. It delves into his pers...

Trips in the Life of a Locomotive Engineer by Henry Dawson
Henry Dawson has written several vignettes of railroad men from the days of steam locomotives. His goal is to show the reader that they are not just r...
Reviews for Peaks of Shala
No reviews posted or approved, yet...