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Distant Suns
- Every Day an Adventure, Book 3
- Narrated by: Sam Manicom
- Series: Every Day an Adventure, Book 3
- Length: 13 hrs and 11 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Release date: 04-21-16
- Language: English
- Publisher: Open Book Audio
- Whispersync for Voice-ready
Regular price: $24.95
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Publisher's Summary
Sam Manicom's dynamic third book transports you to Southern Africa, South and Central America. Sam has a gift for describing the vibrancy of people and places, and you are led effortlessly through three very different parts of the world by his enthusiasm and his acute observations. Human behavior, drama, passion, disaster, humor, and the pure adrenaline buzz of overlanding such far-flung, wild and exotic places are all here.
This thought-provoking mix is brought alive by both his descriptive, which can make the mouth water or the hairs on the back of the neck crawl, and the historical tidbits and cultural notes about the people and places he visits. Distant Suns highlights the joys of traveling with others and how, when you are with others, you often do and see things you otherwise may not have done; but also touches on the added stress that comes with traveling in groups - even small groups.
Unlike his two previous books, Sam travels with a companion, Birgit, who you'll have met during the course of his previous book Under Asian Skies. Distant Suns is the story of how boy meets girl, both endowed with a mile-wide streak of wanderlust, and both fiercely independent, but learning to live together on the road, and saving each other's lives on occasion. Birgit catches your attention right away with her incredible initiative and capability with her bike. Yet, she'd only been riding a bike for 600 miles when they arrived in Kenya at the beginning of this journey.
Sam and Birgit's adventures are never without peril, but the attitude they have is what makes them terrific world travelers. Over the course of three years, a lot of things can and do go wrong, but Sam and Birgit don't let any of them stop them from completing their journey. When Paul Theroux wrote, "Take the leap. Go as far as you can. Try staying out of touch. Become a stranger in a strange land," he could have been describing Distant Suns.
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- Jim Foreman
- 05-31-16
Another fascinating journey!
Where does Distant Suns rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
Distant Suns ranks in the top 10% of audiobooks I own. The book, on it's own, was quite interesting. The Audiobook is read by the author which brings it to life.
What did you like best about this story?
I loved the descriptions that catapulted my imagination to the locations visited. Manicom has a remarkable gift of filling one's senses with the sights, sounds and smells of the region. Beyond the vivid settings, the story told of joys, struggles, hardship, fascination and reflection. This time, Sam is joined by his partner Birgit, whom he met in Australia. This romance which began in "Under Asian Skies" has evolved to include Birgit on her own bike.
Which scene was your favorite?
Overlooking Machu Picchu, there is a moment of reflection for Sam which resonated deeply with me.
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
Several scenes described in this tale caused laughter. Most importanly, perhaps, "Distant Suns" left me in wonder and with a greater thirst to visit many of the locations described in this book.
Any additional comments?
Like "Into Africa" and "Under Asian Skies," "Distant Suns" will fill your imagination with wonders from some amazing regions of our world. The dynamic of Sam and Birgit making the journey adds a unique and welcome perspective. This symmetry also fills one's hope of traveling with a partner on expeditions, near and far.
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- Seattle_BassMan
- Seattle, WA USA
- 05-24-16
Love this book. Eagerly awaiting the next
Love Sam's travel books. I've listened to his others multiple times each. This is not just for folks that like motorcycle travel. Anyone who enjoys travel stories should enjoy this book as well. I really enjoy Sam's reading of the book. He has a very soothing voice that helps to make my long commutes in the car a lot more relaxing.
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- Eric
- 05-21-16
Great motorcycle adventure book
I really like Sam Manicom's easy relaxed narration and writing style. It makes for a very enjoyable listen.
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- Tanya
- 08-19-16
Absolutely brilliant!
Perfect for anyone who loves travel, or would love to travel. Amazingly descriptive, it feels like you are right there with Sam and Birgit as they face and overcome many challenges on their adventure. Whether you like motorbikes or not, you'll love this book!
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- Andrea Brosnan
- 04-13-18
Lets you travel along without a motorbike.
Fantastic. Beautifully written story of triumphs and tribulations. Sam's turn of phrase has the ability to really 'take you there'. Don't be put off by the motorcycle angle, this book is much more about the people and places than the bikes. A joy to listen to.
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- DreamRider
- Montreal
- 12-31-17
Lovely Moto adventures
Very good audible book for anyone who’s a motorcyclist enthusiast!
I only wish the author gave more details of distances travelled and specific routes taken to let the listeners follow them via online maps. Great way to pass the weeks for us Northern Riders suffering from our annual PMS (Parked Motorcycle Syndrome)! I highly recommend this to anyone who loves adventures, Travels and Motorcycles.
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- Anonymous User
- 06-13-17
wow great just wow
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- Don
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- Philip
- 12-09-17
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- Fiona Luck
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- Inus
- 05-04-17
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I'm a fellow biker, traveller, (not enough as I would like) & Farmer.
I'm not a man with many words but a do enjoy audiobooks and reading (when I get time). I got hooked on "Sam's" books I love the way he looks at things. I've listened to all he's audiobooks, 3times. And just downloaded he's forth one. Highly recommended!!
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- michael newton
- 03-25-17
Inspiring read
As with the other two in series gives you a sense of joining the author on this remarkable journey thanks for sharing
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
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Performance4 out of 5 stars
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Story4 out of 5 stars
- michael d porteous
- 10-01-16
Good
Another good one from Sam. Looking forward to the next one. These books inspire me to get on my bike and have an adventure.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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Performance5 out of 5 stars
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Story5 out of 5 stars
- Roger Spackman
- 08-25-16
Great adventure travel book
The fact this book is narated by the author gives it a very genuine feel.
Sam Manicom is a great storyteller and highlights how for the most part people all around the world are basically Decent.... although of course you do come across some rotten apples along the way.
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
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Performance4 out of 5 stars
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Story4 out of 5 stars
- Goronwy-Wyn
- 08-01-16
Another memorable ride
Sam takes us on another entertaining ride through the roads less travelled and inspires us with his can do, will do attitude.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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Performance5 out of 5 stars
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Story5 out of 5 stars
- Karl
- 06-23-16
Adventure packed beautifully described travels
Beautifully read story by the author, story full of oily bits and adventures, if you're a biker looking for bike stories or a helpless romantic looking for armchair travels you will find what you need in this book, allow sam to take you along with him on his travels. Every scene described beautifully allowing you to feel every pothole and every hour spent at the border crossings.
Book number 3 is just as inspiring as sam's previous books and his writing has personally inspired me to go on my own travels and for that I thank you Sam
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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Performance5 out of 5 stars
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Story5 out of 5 stars
- james elward
- 01-18-18
Sam keeps it comming in part 3
Any additional comments?
You could be forgiven for thinking that you might start to feel tired of Sam's story after the first 2 books, but i was absolutely champing at the bit for the release date of Distant Suns. If you loved the first 2 books as much as I did, you will not be disappointed by this latest edition of Sam's travels.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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Performance5 out of 5 stars
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Story5 out of 5 stars
- Zaak
- 09-06-16
The 3rd of Sam's books truely enjoyable.
Sam does a great job of including the reader in his adventures around the world. A really inspirational read/listen.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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Performance5 out of 5 stars
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Story5 out of 5 stars
- Malcolm
- 05-09-16
Wow!
I have absolutely loved this series of books. Having the author read these himself with that wonderful accent has helped with visualising the trip. Can not wait for the next book.