Les roses d'Ispahan: La Perse en automobile à travers la Russie et le Caucase
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Picture this: It's 1907. The car is a new, unreliable marvel. Roads, where they exist, are terrible maps. Claude Anet, a French journalist, convinces some friends to attempt the impossible—drive from Western Europe all the way to Persia (modern-day Iran). Their route takes them through the vastness of Russia, over the formidable Caucasus Mountains, and into the heart of the Middle East. The story is simply the day-by-day account of this madcap expedition. It’s less about grand historical sites and more about fixing flat tires in the mud, bargaining for fuel in remote villages, and the constant wonder (and suspicion) they provoked everywhere they went.
Why You Should Read It
I loved this book because it strips away all romance and shows you the gritty, hilarious reality of early travel. Anet doesn't hide the frustration or the fear. You feel every jolt in the road. But you also feel the magic of those moments of pure connection—sharing a meal with a nomadic family, or the awe of seeing Isfahan's famous roses after months of hardship. It’s a powerful reminder of how travel transforms not just the places you see, but how you see yourself.
Final Verdict
Perfect for anyone who loves true adventure stories, armchair travelers with a sense of humor, or readers curious about a slice of life from a world right on the cusp of massive change. If you enjoy tales of perseverance, unexpected kindness, and journeys where the destination is almost secondary to the wild ride itself, you’ll want to buckle up for this one.
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