A 1960's Global Odyssey
Around the World in 80 Months
by David W. Skillan

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During the turbulent 1960s, when much of the Western world was undergoing social upheaval and unrest, and years before computers, GPS, smartphones and modern-day guidebooks, two young men set off from their native England to work their way around the world. Their unique odyssey was crammed with adventure and incident, and many of their experiences were extraordinary-even by other seasoned travellers’ standards. While most of the book is based on the author’s personal experiences-different interests and employment sometimes took the friends their separate ways-it is basically the story of how the young men lived, worked and travelled in numerous countries, and of how they succeeded, despite all the odds, in attaining their goal. Above all, it is a story about life; hardship and happiness, frustration and fun, obstacles and opportunities, adversity, romance and personal fulfilment. Told in an easy to read, engaging way that is guaranteed to keep the reader interested and entertained throughout, this is a fascinating account of a unique, adventure-filled marathon world tour. To see some of the author’s photographs and additional reviews of this book, visit his website: www.skillansafaris.com.

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"Globetrotter David Skillan is an inspiration. Whether you read, write, travel, or all of the above, save room on your literary wanderlust shelf for Skillan, a seasoned newcomer who belongs in the company of other well-travelled authors. He should be proud of his achievements." —Bill Arnott, bestselling author of the Gone Viking Travelogues and A Season on Vancouver Island Excerpts  om readers reviews about this book which can be seen in full on the author’s website: www.skillansafaris.com: “Bravo to the author for producing such a well documented account of living and travelling in the sixties. Th e best of times!” “I was blown away by this book. It is full of human interest and even a little racy in parts. A great story about a refreshingly different era. Once I started, I couldn’t put it down!” “I found his raw take refreshing. He doesn’t self-sensor and describes in simple words without pretext the world as he experienced it. Perhaps it can be a vision for the modern world to return to…” "This book made my heart sing. Thrills and spills galore which most people will not soon forget. His enthusiasm and love of travel is infectious…” “This book delighted me no end. Can’t recommend it enough. So glad the author didn’t perish during his extraordinary journey. His many stories of the kindness of strangers are endlessly uplifting…” “I count myself lucky to have shared, through the authors writings some of his amazing adventures. As well as his insatiable wanderlust…” “An epic travel story for both seasoned travellers and armchair travellers alike. A fascinating and authentic account of life on the road.” “Brutally honest and extremely interesting… a must-read for everyone who loves to travel.”

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David Skillan has had a lifelong love of travel and adventure and a lengthy hands-on career in the travel business as a tour manager, tour operator, writer, and photographer. David’s enthusiasm and determination, combined with his drive to take advantage of new opportunities, led him to lead a life that many would only dream of. His main objective in writing this book is to motivate and inspire others to do what they do not think possible.

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