Baghdad Sketches by Freya Stark

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Freya Stark’s “Baghdad Sketches” stands as a testament to her multifaceted talents as an explorer, travel writer, and artist. Although primarily celebrated for her iconic travel narratives, Stark’s critical acumen extended beyond her own adventures. Beyond her exploratory journeys, she proved her prowess as a literary connoisseur by contributing to academic journals, critiquing the travel … Read more

Freya Stark’s Role in British Propaganda WWII

Freya Stark Arabian Tent Coffee. Vasily Vereshchagin style

In the autumn of 1939, Freya Stark offered her services to the British Ministry of Information, capitalizing on her extensive prior experience in the Middle East. Her remarkable journey in this phase of her life began when she was assigned to Yemen with the mission of disseminating propaganda in support of the British cause. A … Read more