The Steppe

About the Book

Through this timeless novel, Henry Biernacki carves images of the steppe (Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan), an area often overlooked by travelers. Once Emperio changed his habitual routine, in Paris, of importing art, for one of exploration, he began to alter his life rather than accept destiny. Emperio’s appreciative outlook to experiences, without definite outcomes, arises in the novel, and his passion shapes his future. The descriptions become tangible, and the reader feels the sways of the train, touches of the wind, relishes each shared meal, and finally absorbs the steppe. Biernacki reveals the importance of the swiftly fading moments and those enduring lifetimes. “The essence of traveling is not so much discovering the newness of a culture; moreover, and far superior, the discovery becomes a deeper side of the individual, who takes the step to learn.”

About the Author

Henry Biernacki has been traveling with his rucksack since he was seventeen years old. His distinct travel style became apparent while sleeping in the streets, uniquely exposing him to cultures while transforming his writing style. Now, having explored over a hundred and thirty countries and territories, he sets his sights on bringing remote areas closer to those who wish to explore. He transports the background of an area to the forefront, making his stories more expressive. Henry earned a BA in Romance languages (French/ Spanish) and international affairs. He has lived in France, Germany, Taiwan, the West Indies, and Mexico. He is an airline captain and has flown Boeing 747-400/ 757/ 767 and Airbus A320. No More Heroes was Henry’s first novel.