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Jupiter's Travels

By: Ted Simon
Narrated by: Rupert Degas, Ted Simon
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On October 6, 1973, Ted Simon knew there was no going back. He loaded up his 500cc Triumph Tiger in the pouring rain and said good-bye to London.

Over four years he rode 64,000 miles round the world. Breakdowns, revolutions, war, a spell in prison, and a Californian commune were all part of his experience, which was colored variously by utter despair and unimaginable joy. He was treated as a spy, a god, a welcome stranger, and a curiosity. The extraordinary trip became a journey into his own soul, and for many others - including the bikers Charley Boorman and Ewan McGregor - it is a pure inspiration. Rupert Degas, "the most versatile of narrators" (The Times), captures all the thrills and spills of Simon's experience and the timeless charm.

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©1979 Ted Simon (P)2015 Naxos AudioBooks Engineering Science Travel Writing & Commentary Transportation Inspiring Funny Thought-Provoking War Tiger Motorcycle Travel

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Critic reviews

"[Narrator Rupert] Degas's accents for the various people Simon encounters add an extra dimension to the work, creating a vivid listening experience." (AudioFile)
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A thrilling and fascinating journey, full of great observations, and thoughtful introspection. Brilliantly narrated too.

A wonderful ride.

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An epic journey, told as an insightful and honest story for discovery! I really enjoyed it!

For anyone that likes to travel on two wheels.

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Incredible tale, full of culture, peoples, and thought provoking experiences.
The narration is the best I have experienced.
Overall an incredible book, the kind that makes you feel like you lost a friend when it ends.

What a journey!

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Ted Simon's journey around the world on Jupiter is a good read (or listen,) I enjoyed it so much I listened to it twice.
The story is told in his own honest style with a lot of high points and a lot of low points as well.
I'd recommend it.

A Triumph over adversity

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Ted Simon made a journey in the late '70s which was the inspiration for many of us back in the early 1980's. This audible version of his book was brilliant and most enjoyable. Highly recommend it.

A hero for our time

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I love this book and this is a great version. feels like the reader really gets it.

Every bit as good as the paper version

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Interesting exciting very descriptive great narration funny felt I was on the back of the bike

Must hear

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I have read or listened to many travel adventures, but this is the most sensual. A rich, poetic narrative from a very talented author who skillfully wove many anecdotes and recollections into an amazing story. Highly recommended listening and a brilliant performance from the narrator.

Extraordinary journey, beautifully retold

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Where does Jupiter's Travels rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

For me this is the best all round audio book I have heard in this genre and certainly one of the best of any genre

Who was your favorite character and why?

Ted brilliantly portrays the many varied characters he encounters

What does Ted Simon and Rupert Degas bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?

Rupert Degas is a superlative narrator. This one really shows what an audio book can add

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Many times

Any additional comments?

Richly atmospheric, varied and entertaining throughout. This is a great armchair travel experience.

One of the best

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I read this book many years ago and enjoyed listening to it. Some of the attitudes seem dated but then it’s almost historical. It was definitely a case of I’m glad he did it so I didn’t have to. I was very aware of Teds impatience to get home as the last chapters felt rushed. However by that time I was also keen to finish the book! The reader did a good job.

Acrereading if an old favourite

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