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This book is a day-by-day catalogue of events and impressions covering the period from March to June 1958 by Dr George Caldwell, a Ship's Surgeon who travelled east from out of England, and who then spent the next 50 years of his life traveling and in the East.
The detailed documentation of these four months in 1958 gives a charming and important glimpse of life in the fifties.
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If you're interested in travel diaries or 1950s culture, this book offers a charming and detailed snapshot of life in the East during that period. Dr Caldwell's observations from his travels provide a nostalgic and insightful perspective that feels both personal and historically significant, making it a delightful read for curious explorers and history enthusiasts alike.