The Astonished Man

(Part of the Blaise Cendrars autobiography Series)

by Blaise Cendrars

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The extraordinary and much-requested first volume of Cendrars' autobiography, this account chronicles the author's exploits in the Foreign Legion--including the loss of his arm--before the narrative sets off across continents. From Africa to South America, Cendrars encounters everyone from Gallic gipsies to Piquita, the Mexican millionairess. And to all his encounters he brings the vitality, savage humor, and vivid observation that characterize his...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0720612101

ISBN13:9780720612103

Release Date:April 2004

Publisher:Peter Owen Publishers

Length:240 Pages

Weight:0.57 lbs.

Dimensions:0.9" x 6.5" x 7.8"

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