
Discovery Road
Dan Hiscocks(Editor)
Eye (Publisher)
Published on 28. February 2014
Book
Paperback/Softback
324 pages
978-1-903070-83-3 (ISBN)
Description
The inspiring story of the first people to ride mountain bikes across the vast deserts of Australia, the dangerous bushlands of Africa, and the mountains of South America.
Fed up and disillusioned with corporate life, Andy persuaded Tim to leave his job and cycle around the world--convinced there could be more to life. Their goal was to become the first people to ride mountain bikes unsupported across the three southern continents and, in doing so, to raise money for the charity, Intermediate Technology.
This is a fast-moving tale of self-discovery, full of adventure, conflict, humor, danger, and a multitude of colorful characters. Much more than a travelogue, it proves ordinary people can chase great dreams.
Fed up and disillusioned with corporate life, Andy persuaded Tim to leave his job and cycle around the world--convinced there could be more to life. Their goal was to become the first people to ride mountain bikes unsupported across the three southern continents and, in doing so, to raise money for the charity, Intermediate Technology.
This is a fast-moving tale of self-discovery, full of adventure, conflict, humor, danger, and a multitude of colorful characters. Much more than a travelogue, it proves ordinary people can chase great dreams.
Reviews / Votes
'The power comes from the excellence of the writing.' 'Truly inspirational reading 10/10.' 'Readers will find themselves reassessing theirlives and being inspired.' -- Sir Ranulph Fiennes 'This book doesn't set out to change your life, but don't be surprised if it does.' -- Roger Greenaway 'Once in a while you come across a book that's a sheer delight to read. I'd recommend Discovery Road
to anyone in possession of, or in search of the spirit of adventure.' -- Alastair Humphreys
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Eye Books
Product notice
Paperback (UK-B)
Dimensions
Height: 129 mm
Width: 198 mm
Thickness: 19 mm
Weight
45 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-903070-83-3 (9781903070833)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Previous edition
T. Garratt | A. Brown | Ranulph Fiennes
Discovery Road
Book
01/2003
4th Edition
TravellersEye
€32.39
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Persons
Andy Brown is a former petroleum executive and Tim Garratt is a former teacher. They are the cofounders of the charity Intermediate Technology. Sir Ranulph Fiennes is an explorer and the author of Beyond the Limits and Race to the Pole.