Croatia: Travels in Undiscovered Country

by Tony Fabijancic

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In his travels through Croatia, Tony Fabijancic saw a world of peasants, shepherds and fishermen irrevocably giving way to the new reality of a modern European state. With a deft and sure touch, he records moments that capture the lingering spirit of the old world even as the former fabric of this place is unravelling forever. The author's profound familiarity with the "extraordinary regionality" of Croatia leads to memorable images of the country, and to sketches and unhurried ruminations on its people, its landscapes, kitchens, cities, and coastlines.… (more)

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Fabijancic was born in Canada to a Croatian father. This is not a typical travel guide, but a personal narrative of visits to Croatia between 1996 and 1999. He describes his interaction with the people, as well as history and politics of each area. The return visits allow comparisons to be made with his earlier visits. Very interesting. (

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VivienneR | Mar 27, 2016 |

Since my family comes from Northern Croatia I was interested to read about Mr. Fabijancic's point of view from the south. I wish the pictures had been in colour but I feel his reference to the south is very interesting. (

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In his travels through Croatia, Tony Fabijancic saw a world of peasants, shepherds and fishermen irrevocably giving way to the new reality of a modern European state. With a deft and sure touch, he records moments that capture the lingering spirit of the old world even as the former fabric of this place is unravelling forever. The author's profound familiarity with the "extraordinary regionality" of Croatia leads to memorable images of the country, and to sketches and unhurried ruminations on its people, its landscapes, kitchens, cities, and coastlines.

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