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The Third Tower Up from the Road: A Compilation of Columns from McSweeney's Internet Tendency'sKevin Dolgin Tells You about Places You Should Go
Author(s): Kevin Dolgin (Author)
- Publisher: Santa Monica Press
- Publication Date: 9 July 2009
- Edition: Illustrated
- Language: English
- Print length: 336 pages
- ISBN-10: 1595800433
- ISBN-13: 9781595800435
Book Description
Funny, irreverent, and insightful, these writings eschew the bland, touristy veneer experienced by most travelers as they seek to discover what is special and unique about each destination.
Covering a wide range of places and interests, from unusual experiences and humorous traveler’s foibles to voyages that are intensely personal and moving, the selected columns include “The Best Falafel in the World: Beirut, Lebanon,” “The Door to Hell: Paris, France,” “Kafka’s Erotic Dream: Prague, Czech Republic,” “The Nesting Habits of Roman Cars: Rome, Italy,” “Of Romans and Pussycats: Provence, France,” and “The Third Tower Up from the Road: Huanghuacheng, China.”
Also featured is “The Corsican Swallowtail: Corsica, France,” which was nominated for a Pushcart Prize.
Editorial Reviews
Review
“Again and again, he introduces his readers to charming, unique aspects of familiar and exotic locales . . . A highly enjoyable read, this should charm any sightseer, and inspire a number of travel plans.” –“Publishers Weekly”, starred review
The essays manage to be entertaining while still providing information and a good glimpse at the region or site under discussion.–“ForeWord Magazine”
“Reminiscent of the writing of Dave Barry or Tim Cahill, Dolgin’s observations will leave you wishing he was your traveling partner . . . this book will make an excellent companion in your armchair or on your own adventure.” “–Library Journal”
