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March 25, 2011

Eugene Fodor feted as the spy who loved travel

  • A constant traveler himself, Fodor was dedicated to encouraging folks to interact with the people of the countries they visit.
    • By LEANNE ITALIE
    Associated Press

    AP Photo/Don Heiny, File [enlarge]
    This 1986 photo shows Eugene Fodor in his office in Litchfield, Conn. This year, Random House is marking the 75th anniversary of Eugene Fodor’s first travel guide with an e-book version.

    NEW YORK — In 1936 Europe, before Hitler rolled into Poland but civil war was on in Spain, a unique guidebook offered a different slant on the Continent for foreign travelers tired of traipsing to ancient monuments during whirlwind grand tours.


     
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