Through Sand & Snow

A Man, a Bicycle, and a 43,000-Mile Journey to Adulthood via the Ends of the Earth

By: Charlie Walker

Narrated by: Charlie Walker

At age 22, Charlie Walker left home in search of adventure. Fleeing the boredom that comes with comfort, he set off on a secondhand bicycle. The aim was simple: to pedal to the furthest point in each of Europe, Asia, and Africa. He didn’t train or plan. He just started. The journey was an escape from an unremarkable existence, a pursuit of hardship, and a chance to shed the complacency of middle England. From the brutality of winter on the Tibetan plateau, to the claustrophobia of the Southeast Asian jungle, the quest provided Charlie with ample opportunity to test his mettle. Ultimately, though, the toughest challenge was entirely unforeseen.

©2017 Charlie Walker (P)2019 Charlie Walker

Outstanding

Not merely one of the finest travelogues I’ve ever read; one of the finest books I’ve ever read, period.

Great story about travel and exploration

It somehow reminded me of Roald Dahl’s autobiography, Going Solo. Only it is is a modern version, with a bicycle, different setting and each their own great stories that come with travel. I loved the accounts of Charlie finding more adventure in meeting locals, falling in love abroad, getting into hairy situations, more than the things people glorify about traveling. Highly recommend it.

Incredible

This is an incredibly Inspiring story. Well told from top to bottom scary and funny at times, but always interesting and motivating. I can’t wait to go on my own adventure after listening to this. Forever grateful for Charlie’s courage & openness.

Loved this tale of adventure!

This book made me want to jump on a bike and start peddling - anywhere!

Great story and narration !!

So good when the author narrated their book and both are done so well!!
Thanks for sharing the great adventures !!