EASTWARD BY BICYCLE 1937 - BERNARD NEWMAN

Embark on an extraordinary journey through time with Bernard Newman, an English gentleman and spy, who travels across Europe on his faithful bicycle George just before the outbreak of World War II. This book is not only an account of a cycling trip, but also a fascinating portrait of pre-war Europe, seen through the eyes of a man with an extraordinary sense of humor and lordly loftiness.

• An extraordinary journey through the Netherlands, Nazi Germany, Czechoslovakia and Romania.
• A unique look at Soviet Russia from the perspective of an English traveler.
• Pre-war Europe shown in fascinating details and colorful descriptions.
• The author's sense of humor and lordly loftiness, which give the book a unique character.
• 2000 miles of cycling adventure two years before the outbreak of World War II.
• The opportunity to taste a world that will soon change irrevocably.
• Insight into the life and customs of Poland's pre-war neighbors.

Bernard Newman, setting himself a condition of a modest budget, wants to taste real life, avoiding luxurious hotels and cosmopolitan service. His journey is a return to the roots, to peasant huts and village inns, where he can experience authenticity and simplicity. Thanks to this, the reader has the opportunity to see Europe from the perspective of a bicycle saddle, up close and without embellishment.

This book is not only a travelogue, but also a valuable source of knowledge about pre-war Europe. Newman describes with extraordinary precision the countries he travels through, their culture, customs and political situation. Thanks to this, the reader can better understand the historical context of those times and appreciate the value of peace, which can be so easily lost.

Horyzont Publishing House presents this extraordinary book in a new, refreshed edition. It is a must-read for all lovers of history, travel and non-fiction literature. Immerse yourself in a fascinating story about Europe, which was soon to disappear from the world map.

Specification:

Publisher: Horyzont, 2025

Pages: 528

Format: 208x143 mm

Binding: paperback