The Travel Writing Tribe
Journeys in Search of a Genre
(Author) Tim HanniganWhere can travel writing go in the twenty-first century? Author and lifelong travel writing aficionado Tim Hannigan sets out in search of this most venerable of genres, hunting down its legendary practitioners and confronting its greatest controversies. Is it ever okay for travel writers to make things up, and just where does the frontier between fact and fiction lie? What actually is travel writing, and is it just a genre dominated by posh white men? What of travel writing's queasy colonial connections? Travelling from Monaco to Eton, from wintry Scotland to sun-scorched Greek hillsides, Hannigan swills beer with the indomitable Dervla Murphy, sips tea with the doyen of British explorers, delves into the diaries of Wilfred Thesiger and Patrick Leigh Fermor, and gains unexpected insights from Colin Thubron, Samanth Subramanian, Kapka Kassabova, William Dalrymple and many others. But along the way he realizes how much is at stake: can his own love of travel writing survive this journey? The Travel Writing Tribe tackles head on the fierce critical debates usually confined to strictly academic discussions of the genre. This highly original book compels readers and travelers of all kinds to think about travel writing in new ways.
Tim Hannigan
Tim Hannigan is a British author and travel writer known for his vivid storytelling and deep cultural insights. His works often focus on the history and culture of Southeast Asia, particularly Indonesia. Hannigan's most notable works include "A Brief History of Indonesia" and "Raffles and the British Invasion of Java."
Hannigan's writing style is characterized by meticulous research, engaging narrative, and a passion for uncovering hidden stories and forgotten histories. His contributions to literature have shed light on lesser-known aspects of Indonesian history and culture, making them accessible to a wider audience.
Through his works, Hannigan has made a significant impact on the travel writing genre, offering readers a unique perspective on Southeast Asia and inspiring a deeper understanding and appreciation of the region. His most famous work, "A Brief History of Indonesia," has been praised for its comprehensive overview of the country's complex past and its engaging storytelling.
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