Crossing borders - Paperback - 9798596826760

In this real-life adventure, Benjamin Ritchie launches the reader into an international excursion most of us will only ever enjoy as armchair spectators. After quitting his nine-to-five in Australia in his mid-20s and travelling throughout Southeast Asia (as documented in his first book, I'm Not Here for the Culture), Ben crosses borders from India to Scandinavia and all over South America, with each destination setting a new scene for the tale to unfold. Join Ben on his journey as he experiences the slums of India firsthand, meets up with an old flame in Sweden, gets held at gunpoint in Colombia, faces "Death Road" in Bolivia, becomes the target of a gang in Peru, goes hunting for anacondas in the Amazon, and through it all, creates lasting memories and friendships.Beneath the fun and excitement of the captivating tale, we start to see the burgeoning of a hedonistic boy into a man with a sense of self-worth and meaning. As Ben reflects on his experiences, he shares insightful thoughts as he questions conventional romance, culture, purpose, happiness, religion, and more in his search for genuine joy. From thrilling to heartwarming to hilarious, Ben's tale is a true testament to the power of travel.Turn the first page with the same intentions as Ben when he booked his first ticket-in search of action-packed adventure-but don't be surprised if the story leaves you wondering about bigger questions.

• | Author: Benjamin Ritchie
• | Publisher: Independently Published
• | Publication Date: Jan 26, 2021
• | Number of Pages: 294 pages
• | Binding: Paperback or Softback
• | ISBN-13: 9798596826760