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"'witty and often well-observed' The Sunday Telegraph 'wry and dry and hugely enjoyable' London Evening Standard 'Enfield not only impresses - he informs and delights' Wanderlust"
sixtyplusurfers.co.uk - online magazine for the over 60's, June 2007
"a witty and extremely entertaining book... a delight from start
to finish... charming and above all very funny."
to finish... charming and above all very funny."
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
I bought this book to read in Greece during the week before I embarked upon a Channel to the Med ride. I got distracted by temperatures of 116F and other reading materials and resolved to read it on the coach ferrying me to Calais from Leeds. Having then been distracted by good conversation on the coach I carried the book unread the length of France as I had full days and was too drunk at then end of the day to read....
I finally read it on my return to the UK and was so glad I 'saved' it until after the event. Reading the book beforehand would have solved some of the mysteries of the experiences that I had in France but more often than not, it rekindled memories of events that seemed trivial at the time of riding. A substantial part of my route coincided with the writer's and I shared many experiences with the author. The gentle humour of the book is wonderful and I only wish that I had managed to experience the plate shuffling ritual witnessed by the author.
Anyone wanting to experience a Channel to Med ride without having to do anything more vigorous then the effort to turn pages are well served by reading this book. Anyone wanting inspiration to 'Getting out there and doing it' will also benefit by buying the book.
I finally read it on my return to the UK and was so glad I 'saved' it until after the event. Reading the book beforehand would have solved some of the mysteries of the experiences that I had in France but more often than not, it rekindled memories of events that seemed trivial at the time of riding. A substantial part of my route coincided with the writer's and I shared many experiences with the author. The gentle humour of the book is wonderful and I only wish that I had managed to experience the plate shuffling ritual witnessed by the author.
Anyone wanting to experience a Channel to Med ride without having to do anything more vigorous then the effort to turn pages are well served by reading this book. Anyone wanting inspiration to 'Getting out there and doing it' will also benefit by buying the book.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Edward Enfield describes how he was initially motivated to venture into France on a post retirement solo adventure. Along the way he describes his trial runs with his wife and the build up to equipment selection for the big adventure. It's written in his inimitable style including his humourous encounters with other campers and French people along the way. He describes his final route in enough detail to be able to follow it on a map, how he uses the French rail system and finally he includes a section for others intending to emulate his own trip with a detailed inventory of his equipment.
As a good read, entertainment and an inspiration to do something similar it hits the spot.
As a good read, entertainment and an inspiration to do something similar it hits the spot.
I took this out of my local library. I have been on over 20 cycling holidays in France so I was curious. The book started well with the introduction by Harry Enfield but after that the clue is in the title. I started from the beginning but found it was bogged down in (not very interesting) detail so just dipped into the rest at random. Sadly it didn't improve and I'm relieved it was only a library book.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Not as interesting/amusing as I expected - disappointing
I bought this book as I like 'travel/life in foreign countries' books e.g. A Year in Provence and Driving Over Lemons, and I thought it would be along the same lines - amusing,... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Fitzwilliam
Disappointing
This book had a number of indifferent reviews when I purchased it but with a fortnights holiday booked in France I thought I'd give it a go to try and immerse myself in the whole... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Lord Washy
A good read which will encourage you to give it a try.
Really enjoyed this road book.An easy going writing style that gives a good insight to life on the road for a month. Read more
Published 10 months ago by StuCyc
If Only
I intended almost the same trip in 1976. Unfortunately it wasnt to be. Reading Edward Enfields book was me cycling the route by proxy, Wonderful, a pure joy for me. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Mr. John Cunningham
Windbag on wheels
This book is utter rubbish. Written by an old tory just brimming with prejudice.
There is nothing here for cyclists and precious little for anyone interested in travelling in... Read more
There is nothing here for cyclists and precious little for anyone interested in travelling in... Read more
Published on 10 Jan 2008 by BrommerD
A great little read for francophiles or cyclists!
I've enjoyed a couple of Edward's books now. He is obviously a nice English gentleman and it shows through in his writing. Read more
Published on 4 Jun 2007 by uncle barbar
A must read for any cyclist
I have owned this book since 1994 and re-read it at least once a year.
Indeed it has inspired many a jaunt both foreign and local. Read more
Indeed it has inspired many a jaunt both foreign and local. Read more
Published on 11 May 2007 by Mr. Kim Hurse
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