Pedalling to Hawaii
A Human Powered Adventure Across the Western Hemisphere
(Author) Stevie SmithPicture a frustrated office worker of twenty-five. One rainy, miserable Monday he resolves to grab life with both hands and embark on an adventure: the first entirely human-powered journey around the world. Although he had never been on an expedition of any kind and had no money, Stevie and his friend Jason dreamed up a voyage that would take them from England to Hawaii by bicycle, inline skates and ocean-going pedal boat. For 111 days, they pedalled 7,500 kilometers across the Atlantic, and then crossed the United States to take on the challenge of the Pacific. Pedalling to Hawaii is hilarious, entertaining and refreshingly non-heroic, packed with thrills and spills as the intrepid and sometimes blundering duo make their way around the world. It is also a meditative account of a search for simplicity and integrity.
Stevie Smith
Stevie Smith was a British poet and novelist known for her darkly humorous and often melancholic works. Her most notable works include the poetry collections "Not Waving But Drowning" and "Selected Poems," as well as the novel "Novel on Yellow Paper." Smith's writing style is characterized by its simple language, witty wordplay, and exploration of themes such as death, loneliness, and the struggles of everyday life. She made significant contributions to modernist poetry and is considered a pioneer of confessional poetry. One of her most famous works, the poem "Not Waving But Drowning," has become a classic in English literature and continues to be studied and admired for its depth and emotional resonance. Smith's unique voice and unconventional approach to storytelling have left a lasting impact on the literary world and continue to inspire readers and writers alike.
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