
Nord Kap: mali skandinavski zemljopis
"Nord Kap: A Small Scandinavian Geography" by Slavko Batušić is a travelogue, a cultural essay, and a work of fiction that provides a picturesque depiction of Scandinavia - its nature, history, people, and spirit.
The author takes the reader on a journey through Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland, all the way to the northernmost point of Europe – the North Cape, observing the landscapes, customs and cultural heritage of these countries.
Batušić does not write classical geography in a professional sense, but combines knowledge from history, literature, art and ethnology, creating a rich and interesting picture of northern Europe. He particularly emphasizes the unique relationship of Scandinavians to nature, light, sea and work. Through numerous sketches and anecdotes, he depicts the everyday life, customs and mentality of Scandinavian peoples, often comparing them with the Mediterranean world.
The travelogue is permeated with the author's personal impressions, aesthetic observations and philosophical reflections on the meaning of travel and discovering other cultures. Batušić shows great respect for Scandinavian simplicity, orderliness and humanity, but does not fail to record the moments of quiet melancholy and solitude that northern nature carries.
"Nord Kap" is written in a lively, rich language, with a pronounced ability to create an atmosphere and convey the emotion of space. The book is not just a geographical guide, but also a meditation on the human need for distances, different worlds, and the unquenchable spirit of exploration.
One copy is available