Books
by Norman Lewis
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Golden Days |
Describing some fraught journeys through war-torn Burma in the early 1950's, Lewis paints an affectionate portrait of a country redeemed from awfulness by the gentle and often wonderfully eccentric Burmese people. Nothing has changed in sixty years, neither the people's stoical resistance nor the regime's implacable authoritarianism. Anyone considering visiting the country now should read this heartening account. The continuing triumph of the human spirit which we witnessed is the most positive reason for going there today.
(Jeremy Miller - bwl 56 Spring 2010) |
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Naples '44 |
(an old favourite) Diary of a writer's experiences as Intelligence Officer in Naples in 1944. Enthralling and often moving account of survival strategies of the local population and Lewis's growing awareness of the highly questionable rule of the Allied forces. Written with great sensitivity, integrity and honesty.
(Annabel Bedini - bwl 2 March 2000) |
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