Wild Oz: Hilariously Unfiltered Backpacking Stories

by geoff clodd

Wild Oz is a hilarious, raw, and unfiltered travel memoir chronicling Geoff Clodd’s unpredictable journey through Australia and Thailand. What begins as a spontaneous leap to chase adventure with a friend quickly spirals into a whirlwind of misadventures, wild nights, and unforgettable characters.

From stumbling through the chaotic backpacker scene to repeatedly surrendering to the irresistible pull of the nightlife, Geoff’s story is a brutally honest, laugh-out-loud account of life on the road. Packed with sharp wit, self-deprecating humor, and outrageous tales—from cringe-worthy cultural blunders to booze-fueled detours—Wild Oz is a no-holds-barred tribute to the beautiful mess of travel.

If you’ve ever dreamed of ditching the routine for a life of chaos, charm, and questionable decisions abroad, Wild Oz is your next great escape.

Genres: Travel

253 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 10, 2025

Reviews

[Mya · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was honestly so witty and absolutely hilarious. It kinda felt like watching Euro Trip (just without Scotty Doesn’t Know blasting in the background). I actually laughed out loud, which almost never happens when I’m reading. I couldn’t stop because I just had to see what ridiculous thing was going to happen next. The characters are a total mess in the most entertaining way.

If you’re in the mood for something witty, ridiculous, and a little bit unhinged (in the best way), definitely give this one a go.

[Katie · Rating 2 out of 5]

I won this book on LibraryThing

This book is definitely unfiltered. Either I am becoming a prude or this guy's adventures are just beyond my comprehension of acceptable behavior. Okay...prude. But still, other than the periodic acknowledgement of the surroundings of Australia itself this trip was debauchery and alcoholism...and survival. Definitely the first two.
If this is your bag, you are going to LOVE this book. I just got sick of reading of him searching for his next lay...and how many times his naked butt was in the air for all to see.

[Kathy Barbieri · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's a steam of consciousness story about a guy in his 20's. He writes with raw honesty and a lot of humor. Base humor, but shockingly funny. It's like watching someone play a first-person-shooter video game. It's so different from your own life, yet voyeurly compelling.