Giant Steps: The Remarkable Story of the Goliath Expedition: From Punta Arenas to Russia

Giant Steps: The Remarkable Story of the Goliath Expedition: From Punta Arenas to Russia

by KarlBushby (Author)

Synopsis

In Punta Arenas, Chile, in November 1998, Karl Bushby set out on one of the most remarkable journeys of modern times. His plan is as simple as it is extraordinary: to walk up the Americas, across the Bering Straits, through Asia, Russia and Europe, back through the Channel Tunnel and returning to Britain in 2009. It is a journey of remarkable endurance -- 20 miles a day, 3,000 miles a year, 36,000 miles in total. By the the time Karl returns, he will have crossed four continents, twenty five countries, a frozen sea, six deserts and seven mountain ranges. But more than that, unlike other similar expeditions, Karl is attempting it single handed: no huge support teams, no large sponsorship deals, this is the inspiring true story of a man facing remarkable odds -- and winning.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 336
Edition: First Edition
Publisher: Sphere
Published: 06 Apr 2006

ISBN 10: 0316729582
ISBN 13: 9780316729581

Media Reviews
'It is an odyssey worthy of Ulysses himself, a saga fit for the old Nordic Gods ... the spirit of young British men and women to do amazing and slightly crazy things is not yet crushed, but still alive and well' Frederick Forsyth 'Enthralling' MIRROR 'Inspiring true story of a man facing remarkable odds -- and winning' WOMAN'S OWN 'A harrowing, occasionally hilarious ride, a wild, one-man carnival of extremes...an extraordinary book' IRISH EXAMINER
Author Bio
Karl Bushby is a former member of the Elite Parachute regiment. His remarkable journey began in November 1998, and is currently in Alaska