The Spanish translator of Patrick Leigh Fermor, Dolores Paguás, visited the author for the first time at his home in Kardamyli in 2009. This initial meeting marked the beginning of a friendship that lasted until the end of the author's life. Through the time they spent together and their discussions, this book was born.

A human sketch of the English author and daring traveler, the charming and generous Paddy, who spent his later years surrounded by friends, drinks, and, above all, his books.

“This little book is an excellent companion for the first drink of the day.” - Times Literary Supplement

“A captivating testimony…” - Peter McKay, Daily Mail

“Drinking with Patrick Leigh Fermor is a gem that will touch all the author's friends.” - Marjorie MacGinn, author

“A book full of soul... It is an excellent read after Artemis Cooper's extensive biography of Paddy.” - Brad Hooper, Booklist

“For true friends of Paddy, this book will be a very pleasant addition to their library. If you want to better understand the man Paddy, not the author or bon vivant, you will enjoy this book.” - Tom Sohford, Patrick Leigh Fermor Blog