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Synopsis
Revisiting Eastern Europe, having left it at the age of ten, award-winning author Andrew Riemer presents a sparkling account of his travels in Austria and Hungary, the heartland of the Habsburg Empire. He takes us from Vienna, which he calls a theme park dedicated to images of a romantic past, to the chaos of contemporary Hungary. The cities and towns of his childhood memories have altered almost beyond recognition and yet are somehow familiar, with the spirit of the long-dead Habsburg world evident - the cafes are still filled with cakes oozing cream and custard, and the rich aroma of freshly roasted coffee and vanilla.
A travel book, an exploration of the past and a shrewd examination of contemporary politics and culture, The Habsburg Cafe illuminates the experiences of a troubled and perplexing age.
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About the Author
Andrew Riemer is a well-known critic, academic and bestselling author, and is the Sydney Morning Herald chief book reviewer. He is the winner of several literary awards and he taught at Sydney University for many years. The experiences of his early years outside Australia form the basis of his award-winning memoir Inside Outside. His other books include Sandstone Gothic, Hughes and A Family History of Smoking.
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Paperback. Andrew Riemer, ETT Imprint. This volume is a memoir of a visit made by Andrew Riemer to his country of origin in 1991. He migrated to Australia from Hungary with his family when he was ten. He returns to the house in which he spent the first years of his life, and he frequents the "vanilla and coffee smelling" cafes which are such an integral part of Hungarian life. He observes and comments on the extraordinary changes that have taken place in Eastern Europe since he left it. Andrew Riemer has written his autobiography, "Inside, Outside". Paperback. Seller Inventory # 9780207174148-SECONDHAND
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Condition: Very Good. Very Good condition. No Dust Jacket Hardcover edition. (Hungary, Austria, Travel) A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Seller Inventory # SB19OS-02433