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Blind Luck: A Year Abroad
College study abroad opportunities are commonplace today, but in 1965 they were a rarity. In this personal memoir, the author shares her story of a simpler time when through blind luck she ended up studying at Oxford University for her junior year. This coming-of-age tale is still relevant to students today as it represents the many life-changing impacts of studying and living in another culture. Added to this, the unexpected benefits found in getting to know a variety of people, including her husband to be, and traveling to other countries, adds delightful personal elements to the story.
304 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 9, 2020
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February 5, 2020
An absolutely delightful memoir of the unique experience of a naive young American studying abroad in the sixties. Duckenfied’s rich descriptions of people and places she encounters make the reader want to get to know the people and visit the places. This memoir is an insightful look into the personal growth that occurs when one opens the mind to exploring differing views and opinions.
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