Biografi: eventyrere og opdagelsesrejsende

"For millennia the location of the Nile River's headwaters was shrouded in mystery. In the 19th century, ... European powers sent off waves of explorations intended to map the unknown corners of the globe-- and extend their colonial empires. Richard Burton and John Hanning Speke were sent by the Royal Geographical Society to claim the prize for England. Burton spoke twenty-nine languages, and was a decorated soldier ... Speke was a young aristocrat and Army officer determined to make his mark ... There was a third man on both expeditions ... whose exploits were even more extraordinary. This was Sidi Mubarak Bombay, who was enslaved and shipped from his home village in East Africa to India. When the man who purchased him died, he made his way into the local Sultan's army, and eventually traveled back to Africa, where he used his resourcefulness, linguistic prowess and raw courage to forge a living as a guide. Without Bombay and men like him, ... neither Englishman would have come close to the headwaters of the Nile, or perhaps even survived"--Publisher marketing.

Navnene Alaska, Yukon og Californien emmer af GULDFEBER, uspoleret vild natur og eventyrlyst. Forfatteren af denne bog har siden midten af 80’erne været draget af disse egne af Nordamerika og cyklet utallige gange rundt ”over there”. Mutters alene over bjerge, gennem skove og ørkener. I snestorme og brændende hede. Ofte i selskab med eksemplarer af det lokale dyreliv! Denne bog handler om, hvad der nemt kan ske, når man som cyklist prøver kræfter med et kraftfuldt vejr og vild natur. Hjælpen har ikke altid været ”lige om hjørnet”. Uddrag af bogen Jeg har sommetider vel travlt, når jeg er på cykeltur! Det var gået godt hidtil på denne dag. Jeg kunne se ind mod lufthavnen og centrum på min vej mod Henderson. Pludselig kunne jeg via mit simple vejkort på styrtasken ikke finde vej uden om motorvejen. Da jeg havde prøvet flere villaveje omkring til-/frakørslerne til denne ”freeway” mistede jeg tålmodigheden! Der var da for pokker kun en håndfuld kilometer hen til den del af vejstrækningen, hvor jeg vidste, at jeg måtte cykle. Hvad kunne der ske … ? Så det gjorde jeg! Jeg aner ikke, hvordan de gør det, amerikanerne, men der er aldrig gået mere end få sekunder med min motorvejscykling, før end at der har siddet mindst to betjente i røven af mig! Således også denne gang! Om forfatteren Lars Nielsen (f. 1955) tog realeksamen på Hobro Gymnasium i 1973. Arbejdede som slagteriarbejder fra 1973 til 2017, hvor han gik på efterløn. Han har cyklet siden 1980 og har været jorden rundt fire gange. Han holder foredrag om sit cykelliv og er blevet hædret ved at blive optaget i ”Travellers Club, Oslo” og ”Adventurers Club, Los Angeles”, ligesom han har været medlem hos ”De berejstes Klub, Danmark”.

“Er du klar til at sejle ind i eventyret?” spørger Thomas Veber. Vandet glitrer i sollyset, da han drejer nøglen, og påhængsmotoren springer i gang. Sammen med sin datter og fotograf Mathilda Veber sejler de ud fra havnens beskyttende moler, hvor flodens stærke strøm griber fat i dem.På en far-datter-odyssé gennem syv lande sejler de ned ad Donau i familiens kun fem meter lange motorbåd. De vil have oplevelser og varme. Flere nærgående møder med politiet under den brændende sol i Kroatien og Serbien tester dog deres tålmodighed, og en uventet invitation fra Liberlands præsident afslører en dybere strøm af konflikter langs floden. Men de oplever også friheden på vandet, nærmest tropiske strande i Ungarn og en varm gæstfrihed fra lokale, hvis venlighed lyser op i deres eventyr.“Det er helt anderledes, end det vi plejer, og præcis, hvad jeg havde håbet på,” siger 19-årige Mathilda Veber, da de fortøjer i Bratislavas primitive havn.Fra de stille morgener, hvor duggen stadig hænger over Donau, til de støjende aftener i Beograds gader skildrer Mathilda Vebers fotografier rejsen med nærvær og ægthed. Sammen med Thomas Vebers fængslende fortællinger bliver Med strømmen til Balkan mere end en eventyrlig rejsebeskrivelse. Det er en fortælling om, hvordan man med små midler kan få store eventyr. Men også om familiebåndene, der styrkes, når man sammen tør vove sig ud på ukendt vand.Med strømmen til Balkan er for dig, der drømmer om eventyr, længes efter nærhed og søger inspiration til en uforglemmelig rejse. Er du klar til at lade dig rive med af strømmen?Thomas Veber, tidligere it-chef, nu forfatter og eventyrer, har sammen med familien sejlet over Atlanten og lavet tv-programmer om deres rejser. Efter adskillige langturssejladser har Thomas dedikeret sit liv til at inspirere andre med en travl hverdag til at få flere eventyr. Mathilda Veber, nylig student med et fotograferingsstipendium, planlægger nye sejlereventyr i Stillehavet før hendes videre studier.

Den 18. august 2000 fejrede Slædepatruljen Sirius sit 50 års jubilæum. I ”Sirius gennem 50 år” beretter tidligere Siriusmænd om deres år med patruljen i den smukke og barske grønlandske natur. Gennem beretningerne får man et sjældent indblik i de vilkår, patruljen må arbejde under. Vi hører om hverdagene med de ensformige rutiner og om de dramatiske hændelser, som koster liv og lemmer for mænd og hunde.Udover de personlige beretninger består bogen af en indledende beskrivelse af forløbet op til Sirius’ oprettelse og af de opgaver, patruljen varetager. Ordforklaringer, faktalister og adskillige henvisninger til patruljens ruter er også at finde i bogen.Bogen er redigeret af Peter Schmidt Mikkelsen, som selv gjorde tjeneste i patruljen i 1977-79.Forfatteren Peter Schmidt Mikkelsen (f. 1954) er født i Vestjylland, men har gennem livet opbygget et stærkt bånd til Grønland. Det har han både som medlem af Slædepatruljen Sirius fra 1977-1979, som medarbejder på Thule Air Base og på ekspeditioner i Grønlands Nationalpark. Han er desuden medstifter af Nordøstgrønlandsk Kompagni ’Nanok’ og har udgivet en lang række bøger om sine oplevelser i Grønland og Siriuspatruljen.

By Dan Lee, former journalist and author of Indian ShadowI was sitting in a tree house, which was cozied up to the jungle, when Adelia came in. I'd known her for years, but we'd never met in person. She looked into my eyes and said, "I need a margarita." I felt empathy right away.Los Gatos Locos restaurant and bar is in Ojochal, Costa Rica, and is a tree house in the jungle. We go there to visit our son who owns the place. Adelia was in Costa Rica, scouting out a place to live, but had been visiting over several years. She was going to make the jump from Washington state for personal reasons.These vignettes give a flavor of what it's like to leave the US in your seventh decade, with what you can take on the airplane, and ship the rest in a container. Of course, you might be just sixty or even fifty, with a taste for adventure. The jungle will lower your blood pressure, and expat society is far better than looking at the UPS man on a bell cam.Behind the vignettes, the brightly colored houses, the friendly natives, and the ecological consciousness, there is the reality of the jungle. There are jaguars that follow the banks of a river, flocks of rainbow-colored parrots, bands of monkeys, snakes, caymans, and termites.I'll let you make up your own mind about eating termites. Adelia says they taste like peanuts. Or was it popcorn? Anyway, she's adventurous. You can be too. Buy this book.

Badgered into taking a long overdue, Darcy Bentley travels from the land down under to the Caribbean in hopes of relaxing in the sun with a much needed cocktail. A divorced-single-mo-ther, Darcy only has room in her life for one man, her son Tallan.When a glitch leaves her trapped with a window that hides from his problems in the bottom of a liquor bottle, Darcy searches for a way to get rid of Nick Coy. She is reminded daily why she hates men so. A sophisticated and tough-as-nails Catharine Popanov bursts into Darcy s life like fireworks, the two women begin an adventure that lasts a lifetime.Darcy s life is changed and shaped by the cruise, deep wounds and insecurities are blown away by hurricane force winds, a heartbroken and damaged man shows her that love isn't just another four-letter-word. In the middle of chaos, Darcy finds a passionate love that burns so bright it hurts.

This book contains true war stories and humorous events which I experienced over the past 56 years.

The Pilgrimage To Parnassus: With The Two Parts Of The Return From Parnassus (1886) is a book written by William Dunn Macray. The book is divided into three parts and is a collection of satirical plays and poems. The first part, The Pilgrimage To Parnassus, is a play that follows the journey of a young man named Palinode as he travels to Mount Parnassus, the home of the Muses, to seek inspiration for his poetry. Along the way, he encounters various characters who represent different aspects of the literary world. The second part, The Return From Parnassus, is divided into two plays and continues the story of Palinode as he returns from Mount Parnassus and faces the challenges of the literary world. The plays and poems in this book are full of wit and humor, and provide a satirical commentary on the literary world of the time. Overall, The Pilgrimage To Parnassus: With The Two Parts Of The Return From Parnassus (1886) is an entertaining and insightful look into the world of literature and the creative process.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Embark on an extraordinary journey into the depths of the ocean.Oceanographer Dawn Wright made history in 2022 when she became the first Black person to visit Challenger Deep, the deepest and most unexplored place on Earth--a trip that took her over 10,000 meters beneath the Pacific Ocean's surface. Remarkably, we know less about the ocean floor than we do about the surface of the moon. Barely one-fifth of the seabed has been mapped in high resolution to date. As an ocean scientist and explorer, Dawn has made it her mission to change that.Mapping the Deep takes you on an extraordinary adventure with an extraordinary woman into the depths of Challenger Deep, showcasing the perseverance and innovation needed for ocean exploration. With a focus on Dawn's historic dive, her personal journey, and the cutting-edge technology that made the expedition possible, this book highlights the crucial importance of mapping the ocean and its profound impact on our planet's future. From the fascinating history of the area and the incredible stories of its explorers to the diverse marine life that resides within, prepare to be inspired.Through a blend of history, fascinating facts, and beautiful images, Mapping the Deep offers a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of deep-sea exploration.As Chief Scientist of Esri(R), Dawn Wright aids in strengthening the scientific foundation for Esri software and services, while also representing Esri to the scientific community. A specialist in marine geology, with record-setting submersible dives in Alvin (to the East Pacific Rise), Pisces V, and the Limiting Factor (to Challenger Deep), she has also authored and contributed to some of the most definitive literature on marine GIS. Dawn is an elected member of both the US National Academy of Sciences and the US National Academy of Engineering, as well as a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, The Oceanography Society, and the Geological Society of America. She holds lifetime achievement awards from the American Association of Geographers, the Geological Society of America, and WINGS World Quest Women of Discovery. Dawn is a professor of geography and oceanography at Oregon State University, where she was named Oregon Professor of the Year in 2007. She has coauthored several books for Esri Press, including Ocean Solutions, Earth Solutions, and the GIS for Science series.

28,000 miles. 6 continents. 38 countries. A grand meditation, one step at a time. The World Walk is the invigorating true story of a man who circled the globe on foot. After the death of a close friend at seventeen, Tom Turcich resolved to make the most out of life; to travel and be forced into adventure; to experience and understand the world. On April 2nd, 2015, he set out to see it all—one foot in front of the other.The World Walk is the emotional and exhilarating story of the tenth person and first dog to walk around the world. Together, Turcich and his dog Savannah covered twenty-eight thousand miles over the course of seven years. Through deserts, jungles, cities, and mountains, Turcich meditated on what’s important in life and took lessons from cultures around the globe. Rarely has there been a true-life tale of such scope. From sheltered suburbanite to world traveler, Turcich’s epic account runs the full gamut: He is held up at knifepoint in Panama and gunpoint in Turkey; wanders deep within himself in the deserts of Perú; watches a democracy fortify itself in Georgia; and takes it all in with his resolute companion, Savannah, by his side. His growth spans the most basic elements of surviving on the road: finding food, water, and safe places to camp; to humanity’s more noble aspirations, such as the benefits of democracy, the search for love, and the weighing of personal significance. Accompanied by some of the author's world-class photography, this tour de force memoir of resilience and triumph of the human spirit will reaffirm to readers that the world is beautiful, people are good, and life should be a generous, vibrant adventure.

An eye-of-the-hurricane view of storm chasing from the star of the Discovery Channel hit series Storm Chasers.Only one in ten chases actually intercept a tornado-unless you're Reed Timmer. The thrill-seeking meteorologist and star of Storm Chasers has followed and faced down more violent tornadoes than anyone. Into the Storm brings readers into the mind of this man and his mission-collecting data on tornadoes and hurricanes that could save lives-in the terrifying, awe-inspiring world of big weather.Into the Storm is also a fascinating look at the science of weather-what causes extreme conditions, its connection to climate change, and how a tornado gets its stovepipe structure.

Retire to Adventure!, first published in 1962, is the lively account by Harrison and Shirley Karr of their travels in the 1950s across Canada, the United States, and Mexico. Traveling first by an early model of teardrop trailer, then a larger Airstream, the author recounts their experiences with the aim of helping others achieve a satisfying retirement, rich in experiences and memories. Illustrated with 16 pages of photographs.From the Foreword: "Since I retired in 1954 my wife Shirley and I have spent a major part of the time traveling the highways and byways of the United States, Canada, and Mexico in a travel trailer. Always we have been searching for adventure - adventure suitable to our years and physical capacities. Other adventurers no doubt have faced greater hardships and dangers, and have performed more feats of daring. But not one of them, I feel sure, has derived more downright fun from searching for and finding lively adventure. The following pages recount some of the outstanding events in our eight years of carefree wandering. If this book succeeds in making some small contribution to the literature on adventure, the contribution will be this: it suggests a mode of adventuring that is available to almost any retired person of reasonably good health and a modicum of financial independence."

Men, Birds, and Adventure, first published in 1962, is a fascinating look at the early exploration of America by naturalists and adventurers, with an emphasis on the birds they discovered and described. From the Foreword: They were the men who discovered America and all its parts, and, in the exploring, they found America's birds. The often incredible hardship and hunger, the punishment of weather and of terrain, and the ultimate triumph of truth, all played their part in man's ornithological adventures, from the shores of the Atlantic to the waters of the Pacific, from Mexico to the Arctic Ocean. These stories are not fiction; they are all facts, many of them obtained from the journals of the adventurers, who could be astonishingly calm about their near brushes with disaster. John Burroughs wrote: "What I offer ... is a careful and conscientious record of actual observations and experiences, and it is true as it stands written, every word of it." The adventurers after birds were really the ones who wrote this book . . . true, every word of it. Includes black and white illustrations, a bibliography and index. Author Virginia Eifert (1911-1966), was the author of numerous books and a long-time employee of the Illinois State Museum.

A Journey into the Abyss: Exploring Earth's Deepest Ocean TrenchHave you ever wondered what mysteries lie beneath the surface of the ocean, specifically in the deepest, darkest corners of the Mariana Trench? Are you yearning to embark on an extraordinary journey into the abyss and uncover the secrets that have eluded human exploration for centuries?Consider these questions:Meet the Author: The Oceanic PioneerThe author, a seasoned explorer of the ocean's depths, shares your fascination with the unknown wonders lurking in the Mariana Trench. They understand the curiosity that drives you, having spent years navigating the challenges of deep-sea exploration. The author's passion for unraveling the secrets of the ocean is your gateway to an extraordinary adventure.

New Zealander Tom Neale spent a total of sixteen years alone, in three spells, on the uninhabited Suwarrow coral atoll, half a mile long and three hundred yards wide in the South Pacific. He first went there on October 7, 1952, from Rarotonga, and remained alone until June 24, 1954, when he was taken off ill after a dramatic rescue. The island was two hundred miles from the nearest inhabited island. He returned for a second stay from 1960 - 1963, and his third stay, until 1977. This book, "Hermit Of Suwarrow - Tom Neale's Atoll", is his autobiography which records all the perils, joys and survival of hurricanes and storms while living as a self-imposed castaway on a small tropical island.

Many people wonder how life might be different if they chucked in their nine-to-five existence and did something more interesting instead. Few follow through. This is the story of what happened when one family did just that: abandon suburban success for a life afloat: self-reliance, community and an alternative way of connecting with the world. Of course, things don't always go according to plan.

On an East-African hunting expedition in 1909, Delia Akeley, a forty-year-old American woman, captured a baby female monkey. Delia's loneliness in an isolating patriarchal world, and her long-frustrated desire to adopt a child, had motivated her to nurture the animal. She named the monkey JT Jr and decided to study her interactions with humans.The unique relationship between Delia and JT unlocked Delia's latent talents of research and observation, anticipating both Jane Goodall's chimpanzee writings and Margaret Mead's Samoan ethnographies. However, Delia's love for JT clashed with her husband Carl's obsession to create a temple of African wildlife dioramas at the Museum of Natural History in New York. Nursing Carl's broken body and realising their diverging interests pushed Delia into a breakdown in Uganda, which led to a savage divorce in Manhattan, and the heartbreaking caging of JT in a Washington zoo. Carl's death triggered a long battle between Delia and Carl's widow, who succeeded in obliterating most of Delia's achievements.In Delia Akeley and the Monkey, Iain McCalman uses official records and personal documents to build a story of passionate love and hate among women, men, animals and museums that predates our times but speaks to our present. It illuminates much about human-animal relations and the tyranny of gender inequality, through reinstating an obscured story of a dedicated amateur primatologist.

When Paul Rosolie, a restless eighteen-year-old hungry for adventure, embarked on a journey to the western Amazon in 2006, he didn't know that it would transform his life. In the Madre de Dios ("Mother of God") region of Peru, where the Amazon River begins, the cloud forests of the Andes converge with the lowland Amazon rain forest to create the most biodiverse wilderness on the planet.In a true story of adventure and discovery that spans more than nine years, Rosolie takes us into the most inaccessible reaches of the Amazon. Along the way, he encounters massive snakes, isolated tribes, prowling jaguars, giant anteaters, and much more in the Wild West of the natural world. It is a journey into the last great wilderness that ultimately asks the question of our time: How much longer will these places exist? The primordial depths of the Madre de Dios are in grave danger.Mother of God is the story of an amazing odyssey into the heart of the wildest place on earth. But as Rosolie delves deeper into the heart of the jungle, he finds things he never imagined could exist. And as the legendary explorer Percy Fawcett warned, "The few remaining unknown places of the world exact a price for their secrets."

The Epic of Mount Everest, first published in 1926, is the exciting story of the first attempts to reach the summit of Mount Everest, including that of George Mallory and Andrew Irvine, who disappeared and died in the 1924 expedition. Considered "must reading" for mountaineers, The Epic of Mount Everest provides a fascinating insight into the men, methods, and struggles of early mountain-climbers. Included are 15 pages of illustrations and 2 maps. Sir Francis Edward Younghusband (1863-1942) was an officer in the British Army, as well as an explorer and author. He is most noted for his writings on Asia and foreign policy.

This is a day to day journal about the 5000 miles boat trip known as "The Loop or "The Great Circle". A young man's dream of doing this trip after reading a book about it. After working on the sailboat, it was ready to make the trip. There was some hair-raising experience and a lot of fun times spent as we grew closer as a couple. There is a lot of history and beauty on the water to experience. I would encourage everyone to follow their dreams whatever it might be.

The siren songs of the RV lifestyle are the call of the open road, the aroma of pine-scented forests, and the sound of a bubbling brook. They entice travelers to embark on a voyage of unmatched freedom and discovery. With "Nomadic Nature: A Comprehensive Guide to RV Camping in National Treasures," we invite you to enter a world where your backyard is a kaleidoscope of natural wonders and your home is mobile. For outdoor enthusiasts, national parks have always had a special place in their hearts because of their breathtaking landscapes and varied ecosystems. However, the union of the recreational vehicle (RV) and the national park results in an unmatched experience, where the voyage itself enriches the final destination.This all-inclusive guide is your ticket to discovering the allure of motorhome camping in some of the country's most famous and pristine sites. Whether you're an experienced RV traveler looking for fresh perspectives or a beginner planning your first trip, "Nomadic Nature" is a must-have companion.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

What drives a man to travel to sixty countries and spend a fortune to count birds? And what if that man is your father? Richard Koeppel's obsession began at age twelve, in Queens, New York, when he first spotted a Brown Thrasher, and jotted the sighting in a notebook. Several decades, one failed marriage, and two sons later, he set out to see every bird on earth, becoming a member of a subculture of competitive bird watchers worldwide all pursuing the same goal. Over twenty-five years, he collected over seven thousand species, becoming one of about ten people ever to do so.To See Every Bird on Earth explores the thrill of this chase, a crusade at the expense of all else-for the sake of making a check in a notebook. A riveting glimpse into a fascinating subculture, the book traces the love, loss, and reconnection between a father and son, and explains why birds are so critical to the human search for our place in the world. "Marvelous. I loved just about everything about this book."-Simon Winchester, author of The Professor and the Madman "A lovingly told story . . . helps you understand what moves humans to seek escape in seemingly strange other worlds."-Stefan Fatsis, author of Word Freak "Everyone has his or her addiction, and birdwatching is the drug of choice for the father of author Dan Koeppel, who writes affectionately but honestly about his father's obsession."-Audubon Magazine (editor's choice) "As a glimpse into human behavior and family relationships, To See Every Bird on Earth is a rarity: a book about birding that nonbirders will find just as rewarding."-Chicago Tribune

Adventure!, first published in 1931, is a collection of stories recounting the travels of renowned explorer Carveth Wells (1887-1957). Wells, whose personal mottoes of "Carpe diem" - "Sieze the Day!" - and "The Lord will provide!" characterized his exuberant approach to life. From the Arctic to tropical Africa, from lion attacks to unusual sea creatures, Wells' stories are told with a sense of wonder and a dose of humor, and remain an inspiration to anyone aspiring to break free of the confines of a sedentary life. Illustrated with black and white photographs.

Embark on a transformative journey with Arlo Caspian, as he throws caution to the wind and ventures beyond the confines of the familiar. Prepare to be swept away by his captivating chronicle of unexpected destinations, exhilarating challenges, and profound self-discovery. This is a story about embracing the whispers of your heart, defying expectations, and discovering the extraordinary that awaits on the road less traveled. Join Arlo and witness firsthand the transformative power of the unknown as he navigates breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cultures, and encounters beings beyond earthly imagination. This autobiography is a testament to the courage required to forge your own path, a celebration of the unexpected gifts that life offers, and a reminder that the most meaningful experiences often lie beyond the horizon. Get ready to be surprised, challenged, and ultimately inspired as you embark on this journey alongside Arlo Caspian.