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    Summary of Andrew Eames's The 8:55 to Baghdad
    Summary of Andrew Eames's The 8:55 to Baghdad
    Summary of Andrew Eames's The 8:55 to Baghdad
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    Summary of Andrew Eames's The 8:55 to Baghdad

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    Listen to the Summary of Andrew Eames's The 8:55 to Baghdad in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The 8:55 to Baghdad" by Andrew Eames is a travelogue that traces the author's journey from Sunningdale to Baghdad, following the route once taken by Agatha Christie. Eames begins in the affluent suburb of Sunningdale, feeling disconnected from the community, and sets off from the local train station, contemplating middle-aged life. He travels through Victoria station, reflecting on the history of luxury rail travel and the Orient Express. Eames's path mirrors Christie's impromptu decision to travel to Baghdad after her marriage ended, seeking adventure and self-discovery...

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherMilkyway Media
    Release dateFeb 4, 2024
    ISBN9798868687846
    Summary of Andrew Eames's The 8:55 to Baghdad

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