First lines
Perhaps only once in a lifetime for most of us, if we are lucky, we get to meet somebody who profoundly affects our lives, the way we think and the way we behave. The following is an account of such an encounter. I have tried to keep it as close to the facts as I recall them. Because sometimes real life and real people are larger than fiction. I hope I have done it justice.
He was in a deep slumber when it hazily made its way first through his subconscious and then his conscious mind. He opened his eyes and remained very still. There! He heard it again. A rasping sound… Like some kind of a scratching noise. He wondered what it was. Where it was coming from. Probably a damned rat, munching onto something down in the basement. Maybe making its merry way through …
About this book
Driving Miss Daisy meets Monsieur Ibrahim et les fleurs du Coran.... This book is both a journey down memory lane and the history of an island. Filled with fascinating tidbits of information, sometimes controversial, sometimes obscure but always written in a beautiful voice. The best accompaniment if you are visiting Cyprus and especially if you rent a car... Nicely done
Themes & subjects
cyprustraveltourismdrivingantique carmg magnette
Setting
Cyprus1930-1950 and Contemporary
About the author
Elmos Konis
Dr. Elmos Konis is an Assistant Professor at the European University – Cyprus. He obtained his MBA at the University of Montana in the USA and his PhD at London Metropolitan University. He has presented his research work on Cyprus in such diverse places as Mexico, Slovenia, France and the UK. He was once the proud owner of a 1962 MG Midget MK 1.
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