A good read
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This book reminds you that there are still people around who relish the challenge of doing things themselve and not having it all on a plate...In Fran Sandham's journey across Africa he pits himself against any and everything which might arise with no assistance and with only his own knowlege, character and inventiveness to overcome them. It also reminds you that although you might not like everyone you meet and everywhere you go, they add to the richness of life...
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New way of travelling !
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This is a book to savour. You can laugh at the absurdity, marvel at the staying power and just roll along with stories that constantly make you alternately chuckle and wince. Why, who knows or cares, just read it and enjoy a new slant on life, Africa and everything.
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Brilliant stuff, hope there's more
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I loved this book and hope the author can write about some more travels. I don't usually have the attention span for travel books, finding it too big a leap to be transported from my routine life to that of a modern day adventurer, but Sandham's wonderful personality shines through and carries the reader with it. I agree with the reviewer who reckoned McGregor and Boorman should be watching their backs!
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Great book, couldn't put it down!
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Fran's extraordinary story captivated me from beginning to end. Entertaining, witty, (it had me laughing out loud) and superbly written. It's a fascinating account of a journey through 'real' Africa.
An excellent book, I'd highly recommend it.
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Traversa is a fab read!
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Written in a truly evocative and engaging style, Traversa had me turning the pages keen to learn what new obstacles Sandham would encounter. Self-deprecating, philosophical and never one to take anything too seriously, Sandham writes in a way that is strangely easy to relate to. A thoroughly enjoyable and thought-provoking read - and you learn a little of the crazy history of the explorers along the way!
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