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Bitter lemons

by Lawrence Durrell

A personal account of life in Cyprus during the 1950s, covering experiences as a resident, teacher, and government official. It chronicles the island's transition from peaceful village life to political turmoil during the movement for union with Greece.

Accession 17807 ISBN 9781604190045 Publisher —
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