Lone Rider: The First British Woman to Motorcycle Around the World by Elspeth Be

Description: Lone Rider by Elspeth Beard In 1982, at the age of just twenty-three and halfway through her architecture studies, Elspeth Beard left her family and friends in London and set off on a 35, 000-mile solo adventure around the world on her 1974 BMW R60/6. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Reeling from a recent breakup and with only limited savings from her pub job, a tent, a few clothes and some tools, all packed on the back of her bike, she was determined to prove herself. She had ridden bikes since her teens and was well travelled. But nothing could prepare her for what lay ahead.When she returned to London nearly two and a half years later she was stones lighter and decades wiser. Shed ridden through unforgiving landscapes and countries ravaged by war, witnessed civil uprisings that forced her to fake documents, and fended off sexual attacks, biker gangs and corrupt police convinced she was trafficking drugs. Shed survived life-threatening illnesses, personal loss and brutal accidents that had left permanent scars and a black hole in her memory. And shed fallen in love with two very different men. In an age before email, the internet, mobile phones, satnavs and, in some parts of the world, readily available and reliable maps, Elspeth achieved something that would still seem remarkable today. Told with honesty and wit, this is the extraordinary and moving story of a unique and life-changing adventure. Notes Elspeth Beards 35,000-mile solo adventure around the world on a BMW R60/6 is looked back over, providing an insight into the troubles and hopes of the global experience. Author Biography Elspeth Beard is a motorcyclist and award-winning architect. She runs her own architecture company, specialising in creating and remodelling interesting and unusual buildings. She lives in a converted water tower in the southeast of England and still enjoys riding her collection of motorcycles, which includes her trusty BMW R 60/6. Review An eye-opening account of one of adventure motor-cyclings most enjoyable and inspiring stories. If theres only one adventure biking book you read this year, make it this one. * Adventure Bike Rider *Stunningly honest, Lone Rider is going to raise eyebrows. This extraordinary story is hard-hitting ... Its going to challenge and surprise every reader. * Overland Magazine *[A] beautifully crafted memoir * The Guildford Magazine *Lone Riders a book that carries you around the globe on a fast-moving wave of sights and struggles - the pace alone makes it unputdownable [...] a stunning read. * Drivetribe *A remarkable feat by an equally remarkable woman. * 100% Biker * Promotional In 1982, at the age of just twenty-three and halfway through her architecture studies, Elspeth Beard left her family and friends in London and set off on a 35,000-mile solo adventure around the world on her 1974 BMW R60/6. Review Text An eye-opening account of one of adventure motor-cyclings most enjoyable and inspiring stories. If theres only one adventure biking book you read this year, make it this one. Review Quote An eye-opening account of one of adventure motor-cyclings most enjoyable and inspiring stories. If theres only one adventure biking book you read this year, make it this one. Promotional "Headline" In 1982, at the age of just twenty-three and halfway through her architecture studies, Elspeth Beard left her family and friends in London and set off on a 35,000-mile solo adventure around the world on her 1974 BMW R60/6. Author Comments We have sold over 14,000 copies across all editions since publication in July 2017, and the book has been very well received Feature We have sold over 14,000 copies across all editions since publication in July 2017, and the book has been very well received Details ISBN1782439625 Author Elspeth Beard Pages 320 Year 2018 ISBN-10 1782439625 ISBN-13 9781782439622 Format Paperback Media Book Publication Date 2018-04-05 Imprint Michael OMara Books Ltd Subtitle The First British Woman to Motorcycle Around the World Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 910.41 Language English UK Release Date 2018-04-05 Illustrations 2 x 8pp plate section Publisher Michael OMara Books Ltd Audience General NZ Release Date 2019-09-30 AU Release Date 2019-09-30 Replaces 9781782438045 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:123696766;

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