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“I'll always love Paraguay. It's this most exotic place configured out of the imagination, the whole country.Paraguay will always be a special place in my heart. I go back a long way. I first arrived as a refugee in 1982 from the Falklands War. So it was a safe haven then, and it has become something exotic since then. I feel like I'd like the dust to settle a little bit before going back.”

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John Gimlette, born in 1963, is a British author known for his travel and adventure literature. His works often blend deep insights into history, culture, and nature with rich personal experiences, showcasing his unique literary style and profound humanistic concerns. more

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