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Moods of Future Joys: Around the World by Bike - Part 1 [Kindle Edition]

Alastair Humphreys (Author)
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The first great adventure of the new millennium. --Sir Ranulph Fiennes

This book is a literary match to his physical achievement. --Geographical

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This enthralling account details Alastair Humphrey’s epic journey across Africa, through Sudan, Ethiopia, and Kenya. His experience is at times brutal, and though he faces loneliness, despair, and harsh conditions, he also survives through trust in the kindness of strangers. Moods of Future Joys is the story of the first remarkable stage of the expedition. Just two weeks into the ride the September 11th attacks, and the war that followed, changed everything. All Humphreys' plans went out the window and, instead of riding towards Australia, he suddenly found himself pedalling through the Middle East and Africa and on towards Cape Town. But his journey did not end there. In fact, this was only the beginning...
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome story, a unique book 12 Dec 2006
By Stephen Lord
Format:Paperback
Alastair was on the road for over 4 years on less than 4 quid a day. Just those facts are amazing enough but I find the whole story quite incredible and in this book he tells you how he did it - meaning how he coped with it mentally and grew from the experience. That's far more important knowledge than the nuts and bolts of travel in my opinion, and he has a rare honesty and the smarts to figure out how he could make it to the end, and the ability to write it down for our benefit afterwards.

This is gritty travel, not as tourism, but to gain insights into the world, into himself, into life itself. It's powerful stuff and I can't wait for the next part of the story to be published.
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25 of 26 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A terrific book - can't wait for his account of the Americas 28 Dec 2006
By W. May
Format:Paperback
I bought this book after hearing Alastair Humphreys give a talk on his adventures, when I was awestruck by his courage, fortitude and zest for life. The book gives a real insight into what ordinary people he met on his journey were like. We all have images of war torn nations and terrorism thrown at us on a daily basis - but this book serves to remind that there are a great many more kind and hospitable people in the world. I can only imagine what reception an unwashed youth on a bike might get if he knocked on the average door in the UK seeking food and shelter - but he found many people happy to welcome him, which I found inspiring. I am going to share this book with all my nephews and nieces - in the hope they they will realise that there are adventures to be had, if you're willing to get off the couch and seize the moment. Well written, and enthusiastically read. I hope he's busy writing the next instalment, because I'm eager to read it.
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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Get it. 24 Oct 2006
By Ms. Kate Hannay
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
A mix of humour, sharp observation, philosophy and very English self deprecation. Humphreys' style is original, pithy and informative. I look forward to hearing much more from this unique voice.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Simply stunning
So well read and compelling that you immediately feel like getting on your bike and go around the world. Read more
Published 16 days ago by Rick Sampedro
5.0 out of 5 stars He did it!
Having cycled from Copenhagen to Morocco in 86, I was curious to read the account of this guy who took on the whole world. Read more
Published 25 days ago by Jorn Berg (NO)
5.0 out of 5 stars Buy this book if you claim to be an adventurer or aspire to be one!
Great read for anyone with wanderlust! Talked with the author on Twitter genuinely a nice guy and willing to inspire an offer practical advice.
Published 26 days ago by Gareth Conner
5.0 out of 5 stars Engaging and inspiring
I've read a lot books about cycling adventures, but this is the best by far. It's beautifully written, thoroughly engaging and incredibly inspiring. Read more
Published 29 days ago by George Mahood
5.0 out of 5 stars Lives up to expectations
What a brilliant and entertaing book. It is wriiten in a style that makes it addictive reading. I immediately ordered the 2nd part as I finished the last words of this one. Read more
Published 1 month ago by peter
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring!
Come all you dreamers.

Alastair shows us how little it takes to see the world - just a bike and jam sandwiches. Oh, and almost inhuman focus and dedication! Read more
Published 3 months ago by NoelB
5.0 out of 5 stars In the footsteps of the great (and small) British Explorers
I've just finished this fantastic book, and am desperate to start on part 2 (i received both books for christmas). Read more
Published 4 months ago by Oliver
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring
Incredible journey with a positive philosphical message about life and humankind, written with sytyle and humour. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Pen Name
5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent read
This is a fantastic book. Definitely worth way beyond its price. I've read many adventure cycling books and I believe this one coupled with the second book in the series are... Read more
Published 6 months ago by mj
5.0 out of 5 stars An Inspiring Story
A truly inspiring story by someone who believed that anything is possible. If you have ever avoided doing something that you want to do "because it is too difficult," you should... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Icarus
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