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Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. In the mid-nineteenth century, the mountainous kingdom of Tibet is closed to outsiders. As European powers scramble for global dominance, this only increases the allure of this mysterious territory.Two of those looking to undertake the treacherous journey across Tibet are Balram, an Indian schoolteacher, and Katherine, a fifty-year-old British explorer. He is hired as a guide to an ambitious British surveyor; she intends to be the first European woman to reach Lhasa, home to the legendary Potala Palace.But both have more complex motivations for their expeditions, and as their secrets snap at their heels they encounter the same mysterious figure: a stranger who may hold the key to their survival. Drawn from the real-life experiences of Indian and British explorers, and written in spellbinding prose, The Last of Earth is a richly historical novel about the nuances and prejudices of the past, and the enduring power of friendship. A beautifully written, poignant historical novel about two travellers undertaking a perilous journey into the 'forbidden kingdom' of Tibet Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. 9781836432401 (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: New. Export TPB. A STUNNING HISTORICAL NOVEL FROM WOMEN'S PRIZE LONGLISTED AUTHOR* One of BBC's '12 books you need to read in 2026' * A Guardian Book of the Day* A BookBub 'Best Historical Fiction of 2026' selectionTwo outsiders venture into the Forbidden Kingdom of Tibet, both driven by a motive they are desperate to keep secret.In 1869, the mountainous territory of Tibet is closed to foreigners. Balram is an Indian guide recruited to lead an English Captain on an illegal and foolhardy expedition within Tibet. Katherine, fleeing a life of frustrated ambition, is determined to become the first European woman to reach Lhasa.The two of them cross paths on their long, treacherous journeys. As they battle to survive, Balram and Katherine face storms and bandits, snow leopards and soldiers, fevers and frostbite. But nothing is more dangerous than the secrets that snap at their heels, in this unforgettable story about the obsessions of empire and the lengths we go to in pursuit of legacy.'An epic, perilous odyssey.'Guardian'Riveting. This book is a triumph.' Laila Lalami, author of The Dream Hotel. 9781836432401 (illustrator).…

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Zustand: Good. : Ambientada en el Tíbet de 1869, una época en la que el reino montañoso permanecía cerrado a los extranjeros, esta cautivadora novela histórica narra la peligrosa expedición de dos forasteros unidos por el destino. Balram, un topógrafo indio reclutado como espía, y Katherine, una exploradora británica decidida a convertirse en la primera mujer europea en alcanzar Lhasa, se embarcan en un viaje lleno de secretos, ambición y supervivencia. A través de una prosa envolvente, la autora explora las complejidades del colonialismo y la búsqueda personal de dejar una huella en el mundo.Escrita por Deepa Anappara, autora preseleccionada para el Women's Prize, esta obra es un relato épico sobre la amistad y la superación en un entorno hostil. Con una ambientación magistral que captura la belleza y el peligro de los paisajes tibetanos, la novela profundiza en los prejuicios del pasado y las motivaciones ocultas que impulsan a sus protagonistas a enfrentarse a lo desconocido. EAN: 9781836432401 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Literatura y Ficción|Historia Título: The Last of Earth Autor: Deepa Anappara Editorial: Oneworld Publications Idioma: en Páginas: 384 Formato: tapa blanda. 9781836432401 (illustrator).…

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -A STUNNING HISTORICAL NOVEL FROM WOMEN'S PRIZE LONGLISTED AUTHOR 'An epic, perilous odyssey.' Guardian, Book of the Day\* One of BBC's '12 books you need to read in 2026' \* A Guardian Book of the Day\* A BookBub 'Best Historical Fiction of 2026' selection'This book is a triumph.' Laila Lalami, author of The Dream HotelA spellbinding story about two outsiders who venture into the Forbidden Kingdom of Tibet, both driven by a motive they are desperate to keep secret.In 1869, the mountainous territory of Tibet is closed to foreigners, an infuriating obstacle to Europeans racing to expand their empires. In response, Britain begins training Indians - permitted to cross borders that white men may not - to undertake illicit, perilous expeditions within Tibet.Balram is one such surveyor-spy, recruited to guide an English captain on a foolhardy mission. His path will soon cross with that of another unlikely explorer, Katherine. Fleeing a life of frustrated ambition, belittled by her male peers, Katherine has a plan to secure her legacy as the first European woman to reach Lhasa and the legendary Potala Palace. As they battle to survive, Balram and Katherine face storms and bandits, snow leopards and soldiers, fevers and frostbite. But nothing is more dangerous than the secrets that snap at their heels, in this unforgettable story about the obsessions of the colonial enterprise, and the ways we endeavour to leave a mark on the world. 384 pp. Englisch. 9781836432401 (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -A STUNNING HISTORICAL NOVEL FROM WOMEN'S PRIZE LONGLISTED AUTHOR 'An epic, perilous odyssey.' Guardian, Book of the Day\* One of BBC's '12 books you need to read in 2026' \* A Guardian Book of the Day\* A BookBub 'Best Historical Fiction of 2026' selection'This book is a triumph.' Laila Lalami, author of The Dream HotelA spellbinding story about two outsiders who venture into the Forbidden Kingdom of Tibet, both driven by a motive they are desperate to keep secret.In 1869, the mountainous territory of Tibet is closed to foreigners, an infuriating obstacle to Europeans racing to expand their empires. In response, Britain begins training Indians - permitted to cross borders that white men may not - to undertake illicit, perilous expeditions within Tibet.Balram is one such surveyor-spy, recruited to guide an English captain on a foolhardy mission. His path will soon cross with that of another unlikely explorer, Katherine. Fleeing a life of frustrated ambition, belittled by her male peers, Katherine has a plan to secure her legacy as the first European woman to reach Lhasa and the legendary Potala Palace. As they battle to survive, Balram and Katherine face storms and bandits, snow leopards and soldiers, fevers and frostbite. But nothing is more dangerous than the secrets that snap at their heels, in this unforgettable story about the obsessions of the colonial enterprise, and the ways we endeavour to leave a mark on the world. 384 pp. Englisch. 9781836432401 (illustrator).…

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Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. In the mid-nineteenth century, the mountainous kingdom of Tibet is closed to outsiders. As European powers scramble for global dominance, this only increases the allure of this mysterious territory.Two of those looking to undertake the treacherous journey across Tibet are Balram, an Indian schoolteacher, and Katherine, a fifty-year-old British explorer. He is hired as a guide to an ambitious British surveyor; she intends to be the first European woman to reach Lhasa, home to the legendary Potala Palace.But both have more complex motivations for their expeditions, and as their secrets snap at their heels they encounter the same mysterious figure: a stranger who may hold the key to their survival. Drawn from the real-life experiences of Indian and British explorers, and written in spellbinding prose, The Last of Earth is a richly historical novel about the nuances and prejudices of the past, and the enduring power of friendship. A beautifully written, poignant historical novel about two travellers undertaking a perilous journey into the 'forbidden kingdom' of Tibet Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. 9781836432401 (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A STUNNING HISTORICAL NOVEL FROM WOMEN'S PRIZE LONGLISTED AUTHOR\* One of BBC's '12 books you need to read in 2026' \* A Guardian Book of the Day\* A BookBub 'Best Historical Fiction of 2026' selectionTwo outsiders venture into the Forbidden Kingdom of Tibet, both driven by a motive they are desperate to keep secret.In 1869, the mountainous territory of Tibet is closed to foreigners. Balram is an Indian guide recruited to lead an English Captain on an illegal and foolhardy expedition within Tibet. Katherine, fleeing a life of frustrated ambition, is determined to become the first European woman to reach Lhasa.The two of them cross paths on their long, treacherous journeys. As they battle to survive, Balram and Katherine face storms and bandits, snow leopards and soldiers, fevers and frostbite. But nothing is more dangerous than the secrets that snap at their heels, in this unforgettable story about the obsessions of empire and the lengths we go to in pursuit of legacy.'An epic, perilous odyssey.'Guardian'Riveting. This book is a triumph.' Laila Lalami, author of The Dream Hotel. 9781836432401 (illustrator). …

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. In the mid-nineteenth century, the mountainous kingdom of Tibet is closed to outsiders. As European powers scramble for global dominance, this only increases the allure of this mysterious territory.Two of those looking to undertake the treacherous journey across Tibet are Balram, an Indian schoolteacher, and Katherine, a fifty-year-old British explorer. He is hired as a guide to an ambitious British surveyor; she intends to be the first European woman to reach Lhasa, home to the legendary Potala Palace.But both have more complex motivations for their expeditions, and as their secrets snap at their heels they encounter the same mysterious figure: a stranger who may hold the key to their survival. Drawn from the real-life experiences of Indian and British explorers, and written in spellbinding prose, The Last of Earth is a richly historical novel about the nuances and prejudices of the past, and the enduring power of friendship. A beautifully written, poignant historical novel about two travellers undertaking a perilous journey into the 'forbidden kingdom' of Tibet Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. 9781836432401 (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: New. Export TPB. A STUNNING HISTORICAL NOVEL FROM WOMEN'S PRIZE LONGLISTED AUTHOR* One of BBC's '12 books you need to read in 2026' * A Guardian Book of the Day* A BookBub 'Best Historical Fiction of 2026' selectionTwo outsiders venture into the Forbidden Kingdom of Tibet, both driven by a motive they are desperate to keep secret.In 1869, the mountainous territory of Tibet is closed to foreigners. Balram is an Indian guide recruited to lead an English Captain on an illegal and foolhardy expedition within Tibet. Katherine, fleeing a life of frustrated ambition, is determined to become the first European woman to reach Lhasa.The two of them cross paths on their long, treacherous journeys. As they battle to survive, Balram and Katherine face storms and bandits, snow leopards and soldiers, fevers and frostbite. But nothing is more dangerous than the secrets that snap at their heels, in this unforgettable story about the obsessions of empire and the lengths we go to in pursuit of legacy.'An epic, perilous odyssey.'Guardian'Riveting. This book is a triumph.' Laila Lalami, author of The Dream Hotel. 9781836432401 (illustrator).…

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -\* One of BBC's '12 books you need to read in 2026' \* A Guardian 'Book to Look Out For in 2026' \*Petersen Buchimport GmbH, Weidestraße 122 a, 22083 Hamburg 384 pp. Englisch. 9781836432401 (illustrator).

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. The Last of Earth | Deepa Anappara | Taschenbuch | 371 S. | Englisch | 2026 | Oneworld Publications | EAN 9781836432401 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Petersen Buchimport GmbH, Vertrieb, Weidestr. 122a, 22083 Hamburg, gpsr[at]petersen-buchimport[dot]com | Anbieter: preigu. 9781836432401 (illustrator). …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -A STUNNING HISTORICAL NOVEL FROM WOMEN'S PRIZE LONGLISTED AUTHOR \* One of BBC's '12 books you need to read in 2026' \* A Guardian Book of the Day \* A BookBub 'Best Historical Fiction of 2026' selectionTwo outsiders venture into the Forbidden Kingdom of Tibet, both driven by a motive they are desperate to keep secret.In 1869, the mountainous territory of Tibet is closed to foreigners. Balram is an Indian guide recruited to lead an English Captain on an illegal and foolhardy expedition within Tibet. Katherine, fleeing a life of frustrated ambition, is determined to become the first European woman to reach Lhasa.The two of them cross paths on their long, treacherous journeys. As they battle to survive, Balram and Katherine face storms and bandits, snow leopards and soldiers, fevers and frostbite. But nothing is more dangerous than the secrets that snap at their heels, in this unforgettable story about the obsessions of empire and the lengths we go to in pursuit of legacy.'An epic, perilous odyssey.' Guardian'Riveting. This book is a triumph.' Laila Lalami, author of The Dream Hotel 384 pp. Englisch. 9781836432401 (illustrator). …