Getting There Is All the Fun: A Literary Journey to the End of the World

In his classic travelogue, Getting There Is Half the Fun, Bill Bryson recounts his misadventures while traveling around the world. But what if getting there is all the fun? That's the premise of Getting There Is All the Fun: A Literary Journey to the End of the World, a new book by acclaimed travel writer Pico Iyer.

Getting There Is All The Fun: My Life On Wheels

by Boyd Craven Jr

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	18589 KB
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As the title suggests, Iyer's book is not about the destinations themselves, but about the journey to get there. He travels to some of the most remote and inhospitable places on Earth, including Patagonia, Tierra del Fuego, and Antarctica, and along the way he reflects on the human experience of exploration and discovery.

Iyer is a gifted writer, and his prose is as evocative as the landscapes he describes. He has a keen eye for detail, and he brings the people and places he encounters to life with vivid imagery and insightful observations.

For example, here is Iyer's description of the Perito Moreno Glacier in Patagonia:

The Perito Moreno Glacier is a vast, icy river that flows down from the Andes Mountains into the waters of Lago Argentino. It is one of the most active glaciers in the world, and it is constantly calving, or breaking off into large chunks of ice. These chunks of ice then float away on the lake, creating a surreal and beautiful landscape.

Iyer's journey is not without its challenges. He encounters bad weather, difficult terrain, and even the threat of violence. But he never gives up, and he always maintains his sense of humor.

In the end, Iyer's journey is not just about getting to the end of the world. It is also about the people he meets along the way, the experiences he has, and the lessons he learns about himself.

Getting There Is All the Fun is a beautifully written and thought-provoking book that will appeal to anyone who loves to travel, adventure, or simply explore the human condition.

Getting There Is All The Fun: My Life On Wheels

by Boyd Craven Jr

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	18589 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	204 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE