2025 - Celebrating 100 Years Since the Birth of Gerald Durrell - Explore Corfu Through His Eyes
2025 marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Gerald Durrell, the beloved British naturalist and author, best known for his Corfu Trilogy – My Family and Other Animals, Birds, Beasts and Relatives, and The Garden of the Gods. These classic Gerald Durrell books, documenting his enchanting childhood on the Greek island of Corfu in the 1930s, inspired the popular TV series The Durrells of Corfu, starring Keeley Hawes. With this landmark celebration, interest in the Durrell family’s time in Corfu is set to soar.
To meet this renewed enthusiasm, author Hilary Whitton Paipeti is relaunching her acclaimed travel book In the Footsteps of Lawrence Durrell and Gerald Durrell in Corfu - now as a completely revised and expanded ebook. This updated edition is a must-read for anyone interested in Durrell family history, Corfu literary tourism, and exploring the island beyond the usual tourist spots.
In the Footsteps of Lawrence Durrell and Gerald Durrell in Corfu - Now Available as an Ebook
Originally published in 1998, In the Footsteps of Lawrence Durrell and Gerald Durrell in Corfu became a standout Corfu travel book, earning praise as the Sunday Times Travel Book of the Week. Available previously in print across UK and Corfu bookshops, it is now re-released exclusively as an ebook, redesigned for modern readers and digital devices.
The expanded version includes the original content plus a wealth of new material: deeper insights into the Durrells’ life on Corfu, previously untold anecdotes, and additional content for both devoted fans and first-time readers of the Durrells’ work. This Corfu travel guide also dives into the rich cultural and historical tapestry of the island, using the Durrell brothers’ experiences as a springboard.
Purchase the Ebook - Explore Corfu Like the Durrells
In the Footsteps of Lawrence Durrell and Gerald Durrell in Corfu is available now for €20. To buy, simply click the Buy Now button above - this will take you to a secure checkout.
Please note: This Durrell ebook is only available in digital format. Once purchased, the file will be delivered by email (usually within 48 hours). If you have any questions, contact Hilary.
The Durrells in Corfu - A Legacy of Literature and Nature
Lawrence Durrell and Gerald Durrell lived in Corfu from 1935 to 1939, and though their time there was brief, its influence on their future was profound. Lawrence, then 23, would go on to become an acclaimed novelist, authoring Prospero’s Cell, a lyrical meditation on Corfu. Gerald, just 10 when he arrived, would later write his internationally loved Corfu Trilogy and become a trailblazing conservationist and wildlife expert.
Their books helped place Corfu on the map at the very beginning of Greek island tourism, and their influence still draws visitors to the island today. Later in life, both brothers returned to Corfu, rekindling their connection with the place that shaped their writing and worldview.
In the Footsteps of the Durrells - A Literary and Travel Experience
This ebook is more than a literary guide to Corfu. It also serves as a handbook for the many travellers and readers who want to follow the Durrells’ footsteps in Corfu, visiting the places they loved and discovering the people and culture that inspired their stories. Whether you're planning a trip or simply want to learn more from home, this book offers both a virtual journey and a real-world itinerary.
Discover Corfu Through the Durrells’ Lens
Not only does the ebook chart the Durrells’ movements around the island, but it also serves as an engaging Corfu sightseeing guide, filled with suggested Durrell-themed walking routes, recipes, and cultural insights. You’ll discover where the Durrells lived, the local characters they befriended, and the historical context surrounding their stories.
The second half includes a curated collection of articles and essays for Durrell enthusiasts, many of which have been made available in one place for the first time. These additions provide fresh perspectives and previously unpublished information for those deeply interested in Durrell heritage tourism.
Due to file size limits, photographs are hosted on a separate gallery page on this website, cross-referenced in the ebook for easy browsing.
Hilary Paipeti - Also Writing about the Corfu Trail
As the creator of the Corfu Trail, Hilary Paipeti is also the force behind Corfu’s beloved long-distance walking route. She is currently working on a new book - not a guide, but a personal history of the Corfu Trail, filled with anecdotes, reflections, and commentary on Corfu’s hidden history and rural culture.
Publication details will be announced on this website, so stay tuned for more on this exciting project.