Embark on a thrilling journey with 'The Silk Road and Beyond', a captivating true story by renowned author Ivor Whittall. This hardback edition, measuring 210 x 297 mm and boasting 240 pages, chronicles the life of a pioneering long-distance trucker in the Middle East. Through gripping anecdotes and hair-raising adventures, Whittall shares his experiences of navigating perilous routes, including the infamous Tahir Pass in Eastern Turkey, a challenging road that has tested many drivers. As you delve into his adventures, you'll gain insight into the realities of trucking in a region steeped in history and culture.

The narrative brings to life the challenges of cross-border negotiations, customs formalities, and the immense determination required to recover broken-down trucks in harsh terrains. Edited and revised by acclaimed trucker and author Paul Rowlands, this book serves not only as an exciting memoir but also as a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of those in the transport industry during a critical period.

Perfect for those fascinated by travel, trucking, and historical ventures, 'The Silk Road and Beyond' offers a unique perspective on the logistics and adventures of long-distance trucking. With our commitment to convenience, we are pleased to offer combined shipping options. As a NZ-owned business based in Auckland, we proudly stock this title in New Zealand, ensuring no unexpected import charges, custom duties, or taxes for our customers.

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 210 x 297 mm
Pages: 240
Bind: hardback
Author: Ivor Whiiall Publisher: Old Pond
Publication Date: 16-08-2019

The hair-raising true adventures of a long-distance trucker in the Middle East. The Silk Road and Beyond covers the career, adventures and anecdotes of Ivor Whittall, one of the early pioneers of long distance trucking to the Middle East. Written in an engaging style, the book encompasses stories from the beginning of Ivor’s career, from qualifying as an articulated-truck driver, his first overseas trip to Kuwait, the desert trek between Jordan and Saudi Arabia and the journey over the infamous Tahir Pass in Eastern Turkey, which claimed many trucks and the lives of some of their drivers. The book is edited and revised by Paul Rowlands, himself an experienced trucker and published book author, and includes many amusing and hair-raising tales. It covers subjects such as the recovery of broken down trucks and trailers and the delights of custom formalities and cross-border negotiations, not only providing a fascinating insight to this important period in transport history, but demonstrating the important qualities of determination and self-reliance, applied by the author to many challenging situations.

We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.