Synopses & Reviews
This is the story of
Barbara and
Larry Savage's sometimes dangerous, often zany, but ultimately rewarding 23,000 miles global bicycle
odyssey, which took them through 25 countries in two years.
Miles From Nowhere is an adventure not to be missed!
Along the way, these near-neophyte cyclists encountered warm-hearted strangers eager to share food and shelter, bicycle-hating drivers who shoved them
off the road, various wild animals (including a roof ape and an attack camel), sacred cows, rock-throwing Egyptians, overprotective Thai policeman,
motherly New Zealanders, meteorological disasters, bodily indignities, and great personal joys. The stress of traveling together constantly for two years
tested and ultimately strengthened the young couple's relationship.
Review
"...over 300 pages of the most delightful travel literature I have ever read." Santa Barbara News-Press
Review
"I'm usually not a fan of travelogues, but Barbara Savage has an honest way of writing, without fluff or fanfare or waxing poetic, that appealed to me immediately." girlbike.com
Synopsis
Funny, honest, poignant account of the Savages' 2-year, 23,000 mile, 25-country tour.
Synopsis
* A well-loved, classic tale of adventure
* Read this and you'll find yourself recommending it to friends again and again
This is the story of Barbara and Larry Savage's sometimes dangerous, often zany, but ultimately rewarding 23,000 miles global bicycle odyssey, which took them through 25 countries in two years. Miles From Nowhere is an adventure not to be missed
Along the way, these near-neophyte cyclists encountered warm-hearted strangers eager to share food and shelter, bicycle-hating drivers who shoved them off the road, various wild animals (including a roof ape and an attack camel), sacred cows, rock-throwing Egyptians, overprotective Thai policeman, motherly New Zealanders, meteorological disasters, bodily indignities, and great personal joys. The stress of traveling together constantly for two years tested and ultimately strengthened the young couple's relationship.
As their trip ends you'll find yourself yearning for Barbara and Larry to mount back up and keep pedaling. It's a story that makes you feel like you've grown right along with the author.
About the Author
Author Barbara Savage died from head injuries suffered in a cycling accident while she was training for a triathlon competition. This book stands as a tribute to her physical courage, spiritual strength, and loving, good-humored encounter with the world.