I have a nice little idea from some people I met there who are now in their seventies, and I want to tell their story about the revolution through the eyes of musicians, in fact. The '59 Revolution. And what has happened to them since. It's very much a Cuban story. They haven't fared too well.
John GimletteI am always surprised when people do get upset. Perhaps its just the nutty people who write to newspapers who get upset.
John GimletteAmerican travel writing is very healthy. I'm always flicking through the reviews and I see plenty of travel writing - and an impressive line up and continual demand.
John GimletteI think one should express opinions and these books are relatively opinionated. They would be a bit dry without it.
John GimletteOne does have to learn to travel with a degree of humility and that reflected in writing and personality.
John GimletteBenedict Allen gives you the impression that he hasn't done any research at all, and I am sure he has. And when he is off doing his ice dogs and that sort of thing - and therefore its not only an exploration of the place but also his imagination in a sense. It's very successful as technique.
John Gimlette