Locations > Great Britain
Although Under the Volcano is set in Mexico and was written in Vancouver, it remains an essentially English novel.
How strange the landing at Liverpool, the Liver building seen once moreUTV, 131.

The Royal Liver Building, topped by the legendary Liver birds which gave the city its name, dominates the waterfront of Liverpool.

       
Leasowe Tithebarn Street
West Kirby
The Taskerson / Furniss house
Estuary of the River Dee Lostwithiel footpaths The Hell Bunker
...he was gripped by thoughts like those of the mariner who, sighting the faint beacon of Start Point after a long voyage, knows that soon he will embrace his wifeUTV, 201.

Start Point in Devon, commonly called "the Start", marks the last and first sight of England on many a voyage.

         
   
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