A Time of Gifts by Patrick Leigh Fermor is a captivating travel memoir that follows the author’s journey on foot from the Hook of Holland to Constantinople in the early 1930s. Fermor’s vivid descriptions of the landscapes, people, and cultures he encounters along the way make for a rich and immersive reading experience. Jan Morris has praised the book as a masterpiece of travel writing, highlighting Fermor’s keen observations and lyrical prose.
