George Balarezo

Broschiertes Buch

Unhinged in Ethiopia

Two Thousand Kilometers of Hell and Heaven on a Bicycle

Beschreibung

Book Description Ready for a life-altering adventure? This gripping memoir will take you on a thrilling ride through the heart of Ethiopia, where the author pushes his physical and mental limits. This incredibly-written work contains a myriad of adventures, from dangerous to inspirational, entertaining to informative, and fast-paced to serene. Balarezo's vivid storytelling transports you to the rugged landscapes of Ethiopia, from bustling Addis Ababa to remote villages and the Danakil Depression--deemed 'hell on earth' since it has the world's highest average temperature. He's assaulted daily by stone-hurling children, crashes a wedding party, scales a cliff with Ethiopian Orthodox monks, and witnesses the miracles of Ethiopian spirituality alongside murderers, cancer patients, and the mentally ill. Brimming with wit and humor, filled with introspection and insight and, above all, infused with a deep love for this African nation, Unhinged in Ethiopia celebrates the power of stepping outside your comfort zone. Encounters with warm and welcoming locals, their rich traditions, and the country's complex history will inspire you to plan your own life-changing adventure. Perfect for fans of travelogues, memoirs, and stories of personal growth, this book is a must-read for anyone yearning to break free from monotony and embark on a journey of self-discovery. Balarezo's honest and thought-provoking writing will stay with you long after you turn the last page, motivating you to embrace the unknown and unlock your full potential.

Autor

George Balarezo is an adventurer, university lecturer, engineer, and author who lives in Seoul, South Korea. Accused of being a CIA spy, he went on to hike the Hindu Kush with five military escorts in Pakistan in 2011, hitchhiked across Southern Africa in 2013, and threw his backpack aside to embark on his first tour-cycling journey in 2014 with a $180, second-hand bicycle along the Pamir Highway in Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan. That first expedition led to unsupported, solo cycling journeys in Oman, Bangladesh, Turkey, Russia, Mongolia, China's Xinjiang Province, and Kenya. He is also the host of the Intrepid Global Citizen Podcast, aimed at spreading peace by sharing travel stories and providing the listener with an adventure-based education.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: George Alfredo Balarezo III
• Seitenzahl: 242
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. Oktober 2022
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 203mm x 127mm x 14mm
• Gewicht: 296g
• ISBN-13: 9781087987262
• ISBN-10: 1087987261
• Artikelnr.: 66230428