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It's Only the Himalayas
It's Only the Himalayas
It's Only the Himalayas

It's Only the Himalayas

And Other Tales of Miscalculation from an Overconfident Backpacker
S. Bedford
ISBN: 9781927366479
$19.95

A laugh-out-loud travel memoir that reveals backpacking’s awkward side.

Sue, a disenchanted waitress, embarks upon a year-long quest around the world with her friend, Sara—who’s exasperatingly perfect. Expecting a whimsical jaunt of self-discovery, Sue instead encounters an absurd series of misadventures that render her embarrassed, terrified, and queasy (and in a lot of trouble with Philippine Airlines).

Whether she’s fleeing from ravenous lions, dancing amid smoking skulls, trekking Annapurna underprepared, or (accidentally) drugging an Englishman, Sue’s quick-witted, self-deprecating narrative might just inspire you to take your own chaotic adventure.

More About the Book

The New York Times describes It's Only the Himalayas as the tale of "a Canadian waitress who swears like a fishwife goes on holiday to Boracay."

“An honest, funny and fresh take about backpacking, which most of us who have hit the backpackers’ trail can relate to. Ideal for a light read for those long bus or train trips.” —Backpackers

“An entertaining look at those post-graduation backpacking trips so many of us have taken . . . Despite some moments that may alarm parents, this is a charming book that inspires the spirit of adventure and longing to travel no matter your age.” —y.a.m. magazine

Published:

April 5, 2016


Format:

Paperback / softback Trade paperback (US)


Page Count:

224


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