"Peaks of Shala" by Rose Wilder Lane is a travel story that takes you to the wild mountains of northern Albania long ago. The book shares the author's exciting trip exploring that remote area and its tribal people. Lane uses words to create a bright image of Albania's beautiful nature, unique culture, and old traditions, pulling readers in with stories of what she saw and experienced. The journey begins with the author's travels through the Albanian mountains, with her description of the land and the people traveling with her, like the spirited Frances Hardy and the local guides. The story catches the feeling of magic and risk as they explore a world full of ancient customs and violent conflicts. Readers see the interesting ways of the tribes and the difficult but amazing life in this unknown land.
Peaks of Shala
By Rose Wilder Lane
Venture into a forgotten world alongside a daring traveler as she navigates treacherous mountains, encounters fierce tribes, and uncovers the hidden heart of Albania.
Summary
About the AuthorRose Wilder Lane was an American writer and daughter of American writer Laura Ingalls Wilder. Along with two other female writers, Ayn Rand and Isabel Paterson, Lane is one of the more influential advocates of the American libertarian movement.
Rose Wilder Lane was an American writer and daughter of American writer Laura Ingalls Wilder. Along with two other female writers, Ayn Rand and Isabel Paterson, Lane is one of the more influential advocates of the American libertarian movement.
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