Travel is the movement of people or objects (such as airplanes, boats, trains and other conveyances) between relatively distant geographical locations. The term "travel" originates from the Old French word travail. Travel writing is a genre that has, as its focus, accounts of real or imaginary places. The genre encompasses a number of styles that may range from the documentary to the evocative, from literary to journalistic, and from the humorous to the serious. Travel writing is often associated with tourism, and includes works of an ephemeral nature such as guide books and reviews, with the Travel is the movement of people or objects (such as airplanes, boats, trains and other conveyances) between relatively distant geographical locations. The term "travel" originates from the Old French word travail. Travel writing is a genre that has, as its focus, accounts of real or imaginary places. The genre encompasses a number of styles that may range from the documentary to the evocative, from literary to journalistic, and from the humorous to the serious. Travel writing is often associated with tourism, and includes works of an ephemeral nature such as guide books and reviews, with the intent being to educate the reader about the destination, provide helpful advice for those visiting the destination, and inspire readers to travel to the destination. Travel writing has also been produced by other types of travelers, such as military officers, missionaries, explorers, scientists, pilgrims, and migrants....more
In 1980, Graham Broyd did something outrageous—he sold his scholarship ticket to Washington, DC, bought a one-way flight to Los Angeles, and set off tIn 1980, Graham Broyd did something outrageous—he sold his scholarship ticket to Washington, DC, bought a one-way flight to Los Angeles, and set off to hitchhike across America. Armed with a red backpack, a surfboard, and a knack for finding himself in both incredible and ridiculous situations, he bummed rides, crashed on beaches, and stumbled into experiences that would shape him forever. From rolling the dice in Vegas to interviewing senators in Congress, from the open roads of the West to the neon chaos of New York City, every mile brought a new story.
Forty years later, Graham returns to retrace his steps, revisiting the landscapes, people, and memories that defined his youth. What has changed? What remains? And how does time shift our understanding of the roads we once traveled?
Backpack, Jacket, Surfboard is a raw and humorous adventure memoir, a time capsule of 1980s America, and an unfiltered reflection on risk, nostalgia, and the unexpected turns that shape a life. It’s for anyone who has ever dreamed of throwing away the map, saying yes to the unknown, or looking back at a wild decision and thinking, “I’d do it all over again.”
For fans of Bill Bryson, Paul Theroux, and anyone who knows that the best stories come from the roads we didn’t plan to take....more View Details »
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because he had no place he could stay in without getting tired of it and because there was nowhere to go but everywhere, keep rolling under the stars...
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Jack Kerouac,
On the Road
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Books are the plane, and the train, and the road. They are the destination, and the journey. They are home.
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Anna Quindlen,
How Reading Changed My Life
Welcome to the "Sagrada Familia & Barcelona Enthusiasts" community!
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Welcome to the "Sagrada Familia & Barcelona Enthusiasts" community!
Are you captivated by the genius of Antoni Gaudí? Have you stood in awe beneath the vaults of the Sagrada Familia, feeling its unique energy? Or maybe you're dreaming of your first visit to Barcelona's iconic masterpiece?
This is the place for everyone who loves the Sagrada Familia, Barcelona's architecture, and the vibrant Catalan spirit. Whether you're a seasoned traveler, an architecture student, or simply someone who admires beauty, you'll find like-minded people here.
Let's share our experiences! Post your best photos, tell your stories about visiting the basilica, ask questions about tickets or the best time to visit, and discuss the latest news about its construction. Together, we can explore the history, secrets, and unparalleled beauty of this unique monument.
Join us to celebrate one of the world's most extraordinary creations. Let's build our community as inspiring as Gaudí's work itself!
This group is for anyone who enjoys Non Fiction. Genres discussed here include Histories, Autobi…more
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This group is for anyone who enjoys Non Fiction. Genres discussed here include Histories, Autobiographies, Biographies, Memoirs, Science and Technology, Politics, Nature, Travelogues, True Crime, Health, Gender, and many more. Please join us to find your next great book or to share your thoughts about one that you've enjoyed. No harsh language please and be considerate of others.
Authors: Do NOT create a new thread to promote your book or upload a group photo. Please post it to the established thread. Author self-promotion elsewhere in the club will be removed.
Thank you and enjoy nonfiction reading with us!