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Around the World in 80 Trains

A 45,000-Mile Adventure
By Monisha Rajesh
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Around the World in 80 Trains by Monisha Rajesh takes readers on an enchanting global expedition via railways. Embarking on an ambitious 45,000-mile journey through various countries, Rajesh paints vivid portraits of landscapes and cultures, all while showcasing the diverse and often unexpected characters she encounters on the trains. It's a compelling exploration of the world's varied terrains, revealing the magic of travel and the connective power of train journeys without spilling any surprises.
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You might enjoy this captivating travelogue if you have a penchant for adventure and a love for exploring diverse landscapes and cultures from the comfort of a train. The author’s vivid storytelling and unique experiences on the rails offer a delightful and insightful perspective on global rail travel, making it perfect for those with a wanderlust spirit.

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Around the World in 80 Trains

Captured with wit and warmth, energy and zest, one woman's attempt to circumnavigate the globe in eighty eventful train journeys.

'Monisha Rajesh has chosen one of the best ways of seeing the world. Never too fast, never too slow, her journey does what trains do best. Getting to the heart of things. Prepare for a very fine ride' Michael Palin

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WINNER OF THE NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC TRAVELLER AWARD FOR BEST TRAVEL BOOK
SHORTLISTED FOR THE STANFORD DOLMAN TRAVEL BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD

'Monisha Rajesh has chosen one of the best ways of seeing the world. Never too fast, never too slow, her journey does what trains do best. Getting to the heart of things. Prepare for a very fine ride' — Michael Palin

From the cloud-skimming heights of Tibet’s Qinghai railway to silk-sheeted splendour on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, Around the World in 80 Trains is a celebration of the glory of train travel and a witty and irreverent look at the world.

Packing up her rucksack – and her fiancé, Jem – Monisha Rajesh embarks on an unforgettable adventure that takes her from London’s St Pancras station to the vast expanses of Russia and Mongolia, North Korea, Canada, Kazakhstan, and beyond. The journey is one of constant movement and mayhem, as the pair strike up friendships and swap stories with the hilarious, irksome, and ultimately endearing travellers they meet on board, all while taking in some of the earth’s most breathtaking views.

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Monisha Rajesh's Around the World in 80 Trains has been widely praised for her witty and astute storytelling, infused with elegant and self-deprecating humour. The book offers a riveting, engaging account of a global rail journey, punctuated with quirky anecdotes and vivid descriptions. Critics lauded her ability to blend humour with serious observations, making it both an entertaining and insightful read, capturing the essence of travel in the 21st century.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781408869772

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 January 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 336

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About the Author

Monisha Rajesh is a British journalist whose writing has appeared in Time magazine, the New York Times, the Guardian and the Sunday Telegraph, in which she wrote a column about her journey around the world. Her first book Around India in 80 Trains (2012) was named one of the Independent’s best books on India. Born in Norfolk and mostly raised in Yorkshire – with a brief stint in Madras – she currently lives in London with her husband and daughter.

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