The elusive Azores
Sep 16, 2021
3 minutes
Books such as Robinson Crusoe, Moby Dick and Treasure Island fermented a childish longing for the sea and exotic islands.
The Azores, a speck on our family atlas and breeding ground for whales, soon found its way onto my radar of imagination. Encyclopedia Britannica showed pictures of whaling from small rowing boats. One day I would go there, a promise that has since proved to be remarkably elusive.
My first proper effort
You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.
Start your free 30 days