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From London to New York, Ewan and Charley chased their shadows through Europe, the Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Mongolia and Russia, across the Pacific to Alaska, then down through Canada and America. But as the miles slipped beneath the tyres of their big BMWs, their troubles started. Exhaustion, injury and accidents tested their strength. Treacherous roads, unpredictable weather and turbulent politics challenged their stamina. They were chased by paparazzi in Kazakhstan, courted by men with very large guns in the Ukraine, hassled by the police, and given bulls' testicles for supper by Mongolian nomads.
And yet despite all these obstacles they managed to ride over 20,000 miles in four months, changing their lives forever in the process. As they travelled they documented their trip, taking photographs, and writing diaries by the campfire. Long Way Round is the result of their adventures - a fascinating, frank and highly entertaining travel book about two friends riding round the world together and, against all the odds, realising their dream.
From London to New York, Ewan and Charley chased their shadows through Europe, the Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Mongolia and Russia, across the Pacific to Alaska, then down through Canada and America. But as the miles slipped beneath the tires of their big BMWs, their troubles started. Exhaustion, injury and accidents tested their strength. Treacherous roads, unpredictable weather and turbulent politics challenged their stamina. They were chased by paparazzi in Kazakhstan, courted by men with very large guns in the Ukraine, hassled by the police, and given bulls' testicles for supper by Mongolian nomads.
And yet despite all these obstacles they managed to ride over 20,000 miles in four months, changing their lives forever in the process. As they travelled they documented their trip, taking photographs, and writing diaries by the campfire. Long Way Round is the result of their adventures -- a fascinating, frank, and highly entertaining travel book about two friends riding round the world together and, against all the odds, realising their dream.
Great book well written quick read
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Posted February 13, 2010
I bought this book for my brother-in-law, but ended up taking it back before ever giving it to him. As I glanced through the book, I saw numerous amounts of vulgar language, which was such a disappointment. I would not recommend this book for that reason.
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Posted January 16, 2010
Driving motorcycles from London clear around the world looks like fun. One finds out in the book it is fun, hard and fascinating. You can follow the many adventures of these two through their words and memories. It is amazing to see the roads (or lack of them) they took and the people they met. Check out some of the food they ate too!
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Posted July 12, 2007
Their adventure will inspire others to pursue their own dreams. The best part of Ewan and Charlie's adventure was sharing it with us, not only in book form but in film.
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Posted February 16, 2007
2 narcistic self centered whiney actors needing an entire support crew to complete a journey that thousands of others have done solo.
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Posted June 19, 2006
Very good read of a marvelous trip. Really enjoyed the inside view of countries I've never visited before and likely never will. Fun and insightful
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Posted March 20, 2006
How these two self absorbed actors manage to turn such a fantastic adventure into such a dull read is incredible. I found it difficult to pick-up.
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Posted February 11, 2005
Great book. Great adventure. Ewan and Charlie were inspiring. Opening their hearts and thoughts on a journey few men would venture. I couldn't put this book down.
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Posted November 29, 2004
excellent read...one of my favorites...their understanding of the spirit of the journey is inspiring...as the journey and book ends I find myself wanting to stay on the road..
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Overview
It started as a daydream. Poring over a map of the world at home one quiet Saturday afternoon, Ewan McGregor - actor and self-confessed bike nut - noticed that it was possible to ride all the way round the world, with just one short hop across the Bering Strait from Russia to Alaska. It was a revelation he couldn't get out of his head. So he picked up the phone and called Charley Boorman, his best friend, fellow actor and bike enthusiast. 'Charley,' he said. 'I think you ought to come over for dinner...'
From London to New York, Ewan and Charley chased their shadows through Europe, the Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Mongolia and Russia, across the Pacific to ...