René and the Eskimos in Europe

René (right) and Marthy

April 2004

René Bonnerjea and his wife, Marthy, are familiar figures at the Brixton Centre of Lambeth College.  Over the last few years they have taken a number of courses in order to develop their IT skills.

René, a professional linguist, has just completed the first book ever written about the Inuit who came or were brought to Europe.  The book covers a period from the times when the identity of the Inuit was unknown up to the end of the 19th Century when they were indispensable as guides and interpreters on journeys of exploration to the northern regions.  Some of the outstanding pioneers include Joe and Hannah who saved Tyson and his men from starvation on an ice pack draft that lasted 196 days; Inuluapik who helped Captain Penny rediscover Cumberland Sound; and Sakeouse, the marvelous interpreter.

Although based on many years of research and containing rare texts and illustrations, René’s book is often as exciting as fiction.

June 2005

Available now.  The new book 'A Wreath of Hungarian Poems' by René Bonnerjea

René has recently published a voluminous anthology of Hungarian poetry which he has translated into rhymed verse.  His book is entitled 'A Wreath of Hungarian Poems'.  It is bi-lingual and contains some of the most famous Hungarian poems that so far have not been translated into English.

René Bonnerjea (91 years old) has done much interpreting and translating work throughout his life for which he was awarded an MBE.

If you would like to purchase 'A Wreath of Hungarian Poems' or 'Eskimos in Europe' please contact, via email, Rene on rene@bonnerjea.fslife.co.uk  He will send you details of the price + p&p and the address where to send your cheque.