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One Man Caravan ("Incredible Journeys" Books) |  | Author: Robert Edison Fulton Jr.
Publisher: Whitehorse Press
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 30801
Media: Paperback
Edition: 2nd
Pages: 275
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Dimensions (in): 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.9
ISBN: 1884313051
Dewey Decimal Number: 915.04429
EAN: 9781884313059
ASIN: 1884313051
Publication Date: June 1, 1996
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Inventor, sculptor, architect, writer, filmmaker, poet, humanist, and world-traveling motorcyclist: they don't make men like Robert Fulton, Jr. anymore. Fulton's legendary journey began in 1932 when he set out on his Douglas twin motorcycle for an eighteen-month odyssey that included Turkey, Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan, India, Sumatra, Malaysia, Siam, Indonesia, China and Japan--challenging destinations that, even today, would give pause to the most world-weary traveler. Back then, only a special brand of hero would even consider such a journey--but of course, that's exactly what Fulton was. His customized bike had an extra large fuel tank, a secret hiding place for his .32 revolver, and enough room in his luggage for a motion-picture camera and 40,000 feet of film. His entertaining, detailed story tells of falling from a bridge in Turkey, being held up by hundreds of robbers in Waziristan, having his camera confiscated in Afghanistan, being offered a tiger cub (the animal, not the motorcycle) for $2 in Malaysia, put in jail as a smuggler in Indonesia, and being escorted across Japan by 33 motorcycles. Follow the courageous voyage of a modern Renaissance man who, with an enormous appetite for life, did not stop at dreams. You'll discover a fascinating part of our world that's been lost forever, and see it through the eyes of one of this century's greatest spirits. Originally published in 1937, the book went through three editions in two years, received a glowing endorsement from The New York Times Book Review, and sold thousands of copies worldwide. Whitehorse Press is proud to reprint the paperback edition of this classic tale of world adventure, featuring Fulton's own photographs, maps and charts.
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One Man Caravan, Excellent adventure read January 7, 2009
dennis lease (Walla Walla WA)
I read review on this from another reader who was upset that the book was more of a travelog than a bike adventure. Based on his opinion, I almost did not buy this book. I am very glad to say I did buy it and will read it many more times. Understanding that the book was written 70+ years ago, the travel was more of an adventure than the method of travel, and what this man accomplished on a relic of a bike is astounding. You cannot buy this kind of adventure today for any money. Read it with an open mind, place yourself in the writer's boots, and imagine trying this today on a modern bike. Would you write about the bike or the travel? The writer's bike receives enough space to satisfy and intrigue the reader, the adventure of his travel will stay with you much longer than the type of bike he rode. Buy this book, it is a classic.
 good - but.... February 25, 2008
Russ Ketchum (Las Vegas NV)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Overall, the book is interesting and informative. It gives some great detail about the middle east, India and Asia in general. From a people perspective, I liked the fact that Mr. Fulton goes into some detail about what the people were like and some personalites. I did find however, that in some spots he focused too much on what people thought and not enough on his thoughts and feelings about "where" he was. Toward the end of the book, he rushed. He spent 80% of the time on the Middle east and India, 10% in the rest of Asia, and no time at all anywhere else. Again, overall, it was interesting and informative, but it did not capture my attention like say Jupiters Travels (same genera, by Ted Simon)
rk
Simply an incredible, timeless book ... October 17, 2007
D. S. Greene
This book would be a fantastic story if it was written TODAY. It's even more incredible that it all happened in 1932-33.
There are so many levels to enjoy in this book ...
* The pure adventure of it all - setting out on a motorcycle (a 750 pound, 6-horsepower monster, no less!) to travel around the world in 1932. It simply is mind-boggling that he pulled it off.
* The observations he makes along the way and how relevant they are even today. His observations of Afghanistan, in particular give insights into what has always been a war-torn country. If Bush & Co. had read this book, maybe we'd have left well enough alone.
* His pure tenacity and luck to get in-and-out of the situations he stumbles into. Being in jail is just part of the gig, and he takes it all in stride.
* The writing itself ... clean, crisp, and engaging. I couldn't put this book down.
This book is fantastic whether or not you ride a motorcycle.
HIGHLY, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
ONE MAN CARAVAN April 12, 2007
Gerlinde Horn
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
this book was a pleasure to read, since I have been to many of the places he has been. It is true and wonderful and I am glad that from now on it is mine.
Candy for the imagination .. January 10, 2007
B. Leaver (Black Hawk, CO USA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I really enjoyed this book; it was too soon over.
I have ridden motorcycles for many years and would liked to have seen more comments on the practical aspects of the trip, even though it was many years ago. I suspect that Mr. Fulton did not keep daily notes but probably wrote down his memories at the conclusion of the trip, thus the detail is not always there.
The portrait of the middle East gives something for the people of today something to think about - basic beliefs and attitudes in that region may not have changed at all. Our expectations may need to be adjusted.
A long trip on a motorcycle is an unforgettable experience for anyone, even today. Four or five days from home, and the resources available there, projects the rider into a state of independence and freedom that I have not found any other way - imagine what it was like for Fulton to be riding across the desert, months from home, no road in some cases, towards the unknown, his life dependent upon his machine continuing to run, and totally on his own.
Every rider should get to read this book - a great treat for the imagination.
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