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Jupiter's Travels
- Narrated by: Rupert Degas, Ted Simon
- Length: 16 hrs and 51 mins
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Publisher's Summary
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.
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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- john
- 10-08-15
It's a lot more than a story, a lot more!
I have read many travel books, but Ted Simon is the best. I simply loved it. I was in a state of shock and awe just listening to the best English writing I have ever come across. Ted you are fantastic!!
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- Adam
- 08-30-16
The least adventurous adventure book
I typically love adventure travel books, but this one disappointed me. There were many times were the book grew dull and difficult to get through. Ted Simon spends more time writing about his deep thoughts than he does describing the journey and the places he visits. I loved long way down and long way round, which were inspired by Jupiters travels, because they were descriptive and made you feel like you were along for the ride. Ted Simon spends too much time with his own self contemplation and often comes off as whiny and wastes time describing things I don't care about. By the twentieth time he described a women's breasts, I started really losing interest. The performance though is spot on and very well done. I recommend Sam Mannicom's "Into Africa" as a better, more captivating alternative to this book.
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- Matthew
- 10-01-18
Meh, it was not what I anticipated
Not at all what I was expecting. The book is more of a lifestyle diary than a Long Way Round tale about the difficulties of traveling on a motorcycle. Too much about the ancillary parties and after-hours action than the riding, the bike and the difficulties. It's probably right up the alley for some, but it just was not my cup of tea.
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- Bill
- 08-30-16
When it was actually cool.
I first ran across this book in 2001, when I work at a bookstore that catered to Travelers.
This edition had Ted on his battered Triumph.
"Four Years Around the World on a Triumph"
I never picked it up to read but I often found myself staring at the cover wishing it was me. I knew at some point in my life I would read this book with the hopes of relating it to my own adventures...more importantly my own life.
15 years later, in the form of an MP3, that time came. Mr. Simon is a master of vivid and heartfelt description. His monumental journey has finally become a part of my imagination.
Thank you Jupiter.
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- Joseph
- 10-13-15
Eloquently Written ~ Exquisitely Told
"In spite of wars and tourism and pictures by satellite, the world is just the same size it ever was. It is awesome to think how much of it I will never see. It is no trick to go round the world these days; you can pay a lot of money and fly round it nonstop in less than forty eight hours, but to know it, to smell it and feel it between your toes you have to crawl. There is no other way. Not flying, not floating. You have to stay on the ground and swallow the bugs as you go."
YES!!! If you've ever taken a road trip on a motorcycle, or have ever dreamt of doing so, you will absolutely love this book. Ted Simon has provided a written account in prose, using eloquent yet playful vocabulary. Rupert Degas does a wonderful job narrating Ted's work.
Ted's journey is so descriptive that a detailed picture forms in the mind, providing a transcendent experience.
I loved this book, and would highly recommend it for anyone interested in exotic journeys.
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- Jessica
- 10-14-16
Enjoyable
Two quotes from the book that I loved, "Was it an escape I was trying to turn into legend?" and, "Stifled by the boredom of it but with nothing useful to say to anyone."
There were times during this book that I was lost in the sensationalism and the colorful writing style. Traveling around the world alone for 4 years is an interesting topic and this book is worth a listen. I will admit it felt put on at times, not like a journal of the journey but like a novel but that did not detract from my enjoyment.
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- John Carnes
- 03-03-16
A timeless and unexpected treasure.
Having recently acquired a Triumph 800XCC, I've been seeking a book that would give me an introduction to what a potential journey-big or small might look like.
I must admit, I purposely avoided this book initially as I felt that surely, it would be dated. Without question, it is not. This book will stoke the inner fire of adventure for any motorcyclist.
It reenforces the dying concept of human interaction and the willingness to help and give to others without seeking anything in return.
I would highly recommend the audio version as the English accent of the narrator only adds validity to the story and it is quite easy and appealing to imagine it is the voice of Ted Simon.
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- Martin L Lavin
- 05-23-22
Listening about life... When I could not ride... M
I've longed to read the story, in the same way, as when I was told, I was never to ride a minimize!
Most enjoyable in both cases.
Thanks TED
M.
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- A. M.
- 03-08-22
Well written travelogue
Expertly narrated, a superb jaunt around the world while riding the saddle of a Triumph. A world long gone and missed.
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- Amazon Customer
- 02-11-22
amazing
very exciting and good book, I would very highly recommend this to anyone that likes travel literature.
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- RoadKingScot
- 07-26-19
Makes me want to travel further.
As a biker I've been meaning to read this for a while. I was expecting a great tale about how Ted's bike took on the world and how he managed to keep it going. I was expecting some great riding inspiration and motivation to just get out there and ride as far as you can.
Well, I got all of this and a hell of a lot more. The book was a splendid cultural analysis of Africa, South America, Australia and Asia in the mid 1970's. I loved how Ted just kept on going and how he managed to continually repair and rebuild his bike. I wasn't expecting Ted to have spent some time in jail as a suspected spy and I was surprised that he continued riding after that.
So, what am I left with? I'm left feeling that I've only just started exploring the world and I really need to get out there more. Would I be brave enough to go to all the placed Ted visited? No I wouldn't. I hope I can get to visit some of them though. I also hope that one day I can spot his Ted's bike in a museum somewhere.
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- Anonymous User
- 07-08-19
A must read for any traveller
Such rich writing that made me feel like I was in the 500cc Triumph. Having done some traveling myself, the stories and particularly the thoughts resonated with me in a wonderful way.
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- Mr S.J.Elford
- 06-08-19
An brilliant book held me enthralled for hours.
One of the most enthralling books of travel I have ever heard. I felt as if I was with the author throughout his journey. Exquisitely read, which fully enhanced the wonderfully detailed story.
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- saxaholic
- 03-14-19
A wonderful ride.
A thrilling and fascinating journey, full of great observations, and thoughtful introspection. Brilliantly narrated too.
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- Stephen Gorvel
- 10-02-19
great book with superb narration
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. as a motorcyclist it is very inspiring and makes me want to emulate Ted's travels.
Rupert Degas is absolutely brilliant in his narration and draws you into the story. you really forget it is not actually Ted speaking 😉
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- Power Saver
- 08-06-19
Great Story Telling
Ted made a great journey, not a unique journey, but few can bring the journey to life the way he has in this book. Very enjoyable listen.
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- Paulytom
- 12-21-18
Simply wonderful
Not overwritten, inspiring and incite full story, you don’t need to be overly interested in motorbikes, it’s transcends hobby interests, it’s a very human and surprisingly undated story of human endeavour . Wonderful
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- michael d porteous
- 11-01-15
Excellent
I'm a biker. With dreams of riding around the world (it'll probably never happen!) but I live to hear about others adventures. This is not a story of a motorbike journey around the world. It is about a mans journey around the world, He just happens to have chosen a motorbike as his form of transport.
Very well written, and very well read.
I'll be listening to it again I'm sure.
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- michael newton
- 11-29-15
Excellent listen
Found it an interesting recollection of the journey trip was made in the 70s which made it an even more remarkable achievement with todays gps and communication advances it would not have many of the interesting situations faced
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- Stephen
- 09-18-19
An incredible story.
Any motorcycle travellers life is incomplete without reading this book.
I've met Ted.
He is a true gentleman.
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- Anonymous User
- 11-27-21
Bit negitive for such an accomplishment
should be called I traveled the world and found India. a very easy story to listen to but the constant negativity about nearly every country apart from India was a bit tiring. seemed to bag a country out then finish with one pleasant story at the end to try and give it a little credibility. it also seemed he liked India because they treated him like the English gentleman he considers himself to be unlike other countries where he was considered equal which did not seem to sit well with him.
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- Colin
- 05-23-18
Great travel story.
Never got bored with this, being a motorcyclist I kept wondering if I would have what it takes to try that. Summary, perhaps then, but not now. But then who knows!!!
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- FritzRadda
- 04-25-18
Wow. Deep searching. A MUST LISTEN
I was toying with an adventure on a motorcycle and came across this deeply intelectule journey in the 1970s around the world. The journey which must have been a logistic challenge is well described but the other journey, the one in the mind is the one that blew my mind. Rupert Degas is now my favourite narrator as he performs accents beautifully.
Enough said. If you want to go on the two journeys, one on the road and one in the mind, this is a must.
Thanks Ted and Rupert.
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- Malachy O'Connor
- 04-28-22
If ever an Internet review of literature would get you to listen, please let it be this one.
Just finished listening after touring about UK/Ireland on a short jaunt.
This book is absolutely incredible and I feel incredibly grateful to both author and narrator for pushing further back the perimeter of the impossible in life.
Please read it, it is so wonderful.
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- Anonymous User
- 07-27-21
Like adventure & motorbikes?
Awesome story, I felt like I was riding along the whole time & some moments really hit home.
Not very PC but it was the 70s - there was some positive change though for sure
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- lincoln frok
- 12-23-20
Adventure at its best
If you have ever imagined an epic around the world adventure then this is your book
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- ken Kroeger
- 11-02-20
Amazing story
Having read about his second trip, retracing his original thirty years later, I was keen to hear about his original journey. I'm so very glad I did.
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- rab
- 09-16-20
Live the Ride
This is a remarkable account of a journey that gets to the very essence of what it is to travel independently to foreign lands with nothing but you, a motorbike, and the the gear that can be carried on the bike. A fantastic adventure to see the world getting an insight into the people and cultures of the countries traveled to and to complete the journey. The descriptions of people, places and situations left me feeling like I was actually there, in large part due to the book being so well written but also being superbly narrated. It makes for very easy, and compelling, listening.
If your a motorbike rider contemplating a long overseas journey this is a must listen as it will leave you considering and questioning far more than the straight logistics of the trip. It's a marvelous insight into a way to travel, thought provoking, uplifting, and motivating and one I highly recommend listening to.
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- Anonymous User
- 10-29-18
Awe-inspiring at its core
A simply amazing journey, documented so honestly. A must read for anyone at all interested in the world.
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- Dan
- 10-12-18
fascinating read
great story, what an experience. the narration was excellent. recommended for all the frustrated travelleres tied to desks around the world.