a STEP IN THE DARK: 4O YEARS IN LATIN AMERICA
Patrick Knight's memoir is an account of his life and travels, including 40 years in Latin America where he contributed to The Times, The Economist, and LLoyds List among a wide range of other publications.
He first travelled to Latin America in his 30s and lived through the eras of Perón, Allende and military dictatorships in the 70s.
He spent some time honing his journalistic skills in the U.K. before returning to Brazil where he worked and raised a family and established himself as a Latin America specialist in the fields of commodities and exports.
His memoirs begin with his school days and he chronicles his experiences of travelling, reporting on and experiencing life in countries such as Argentina, Brazil and Chile.
He first travelled to Latin America in his 30s and lived through the eras of Perón, Allende and military dictatorships in the 70s.
He spent some time honing his journalistic skills in the U.K. before returning to Brazil where he worked and raised a family and established himself as a Latin America specialist in the fields of commodities and exports.
His memoirs begin with his school days and he chronicles his experiences of travelling, reporting on and experiencing life in countries such as Argentina, Brazil and Chile.
REVIEWS FOR A STEP IN THE DARK
'Patrick Knight guides us through a narrative that perfectly balances journalistic rigour with the sensitivity of someone who has witnessed the continent’s transformations from the inside out over four decades. Beyond Brazil, his incursions into neighbouring South American countries connect the dots of a vibrant, long-suffering, and resilient South America identity. An indispensable, inspiring read and, above all, a respectful and loving tribute to South America. Highly recommended!' 5 STARS
'An insightful and fascinating read. Patrick’s travels through Latin America combined with his commentary on commodities, politics, military dictatorships in the 70s and 80s and personal accounts of being a British journalist living in Brazil make for a compelling story. He tells of his upbringing in Britain and time in Spain before travelling to Latin America, what drew him to the region and what made him stay there for 40 years. Highly recommended for anyone interested in Brazil and Latin America.' 5 STARS
'Patrick Knight guides us through a narrative that perfectly balances journalistic rigour with the sensitivity of someone who has witnessed the continent’s transformations from the inside out over four decades. Beyond Brazil, his incursions into neighbouring South American countries connect the dots of a vibrant, long-suffering, and resilient South America identity. An indispensable, inspiring read and, above all, a respectful and loving tribute to South America. Highly recommended!' 5 STARS
'An insightful and fascinating read. Patrick’s travels through Latin America combined with his commentary on commodities, politics, military dictatorships in the 70s and 80s and personal accounts of being a British journalist living in Brazil make for a compelling story. He tells of his upbringing in Britain and time in Spain before travelling to Latin America, what drew him to the region and what made him stay there for 40 years. Highly recommended for anyone interested in Brazil and Latin America.' 5 STARS
