CHASING THE MONSOON
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'Never since Somerset Maugham has rain seemed so romantic OBSERVER Some years ago Alexander Frater decided to pursue the astonishing phenomenon of the Indian summer monsoon, and this fascinating account of his journey reveals the exotic, often startling discoveries of an ambitious and irresistibly romantic adventure. 'A beautiful and remarkable booker Frater writes with infectious and enchanting enthusiasm... history. autobiography and ethnographic de THE TIMES voven 'Frater's unclouded sight unfurls the magic behind the mystery tour beautifully... his spirited, eccentric, vastly diverting book will endure the ceaseless patter of travel books on India DAILY MAR 'A work of outstanding quality a remarkable portrait of the Indian nation' SUNDAY TELEGRAPH