{"product_id":"where-the-indus-is-young","title":"Where the Indus Is Young","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"935\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"556\"\u003eWhere the Indus Is Young\u003c\/em\u003e chronicles Dervla Murphy's extraordinary journey through the remote and rugged region of Baltistan in northern Pakistan during the harsh winter months of the mid-1970s. Accompanied by her six-year-old daughter, Rachel, and a sturdy mule named Hallam, Murphy traverses the perilous Indus Gorge and the surrounding valleys, areas seldom visited by outsiders, especially in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003eThroughout their three-month expedition, they rely on the hospitality of the Balti people, experiencing firsthand the challenges and beauty of life in one of the world's most isolated regions. Murphy's narrative offers vivid descriptions of the landscape, candid reflections on the physical and emotional trials of their journey, and deep insights into the culture and resilience of the local communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eWhy read this book:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1413\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1413\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003eAuthentic Adventure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Experience a genuine tale of exploration and endurance as Murphy and her young daughter navigate treacherous terrains and extreme conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003eCultural Insight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gain a rare glimpse into the lives and traditions of the Balti people, presented with empathy and respect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003eInspirational Narrative:\u003c\/strong\u003e Be inspired by Murphy's courage, determination, and the unique bond between mother and daughter forged through shared adversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1896\"\u003eLiterary Acclaim:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recognized as a classic in travel literature, the book has been praised for its compelling storytelling and depth of observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2499\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2499\"\u003eDervla Murphy (1931–2022) was an acclaimed Irish travel writer and adventurer, renowned for her solo journeys through some of the world's most challenging environments. Her debut book, \u003cem data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2290\"\u003eFull Tilt: Ireland to India with a Bicycle\u003c\/em\u003e, established her reputation for fearless exploration and insightful writing. Over her five-decade career, Murphy authored more than 20 books, often focusing on regions undergoing political or social upheaval.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Speaking Tiger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46295027122429,"sku":"","price":800.0,"currency_code":"NPR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0484\/4145\/8840\/files\/51077jKvbCL.jpg?v=1747752976","url":"https:\/\/biblionepal.com\/es\/products\/where-the-indus-is-young","provider":"BIBLIONEPAL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}