An exhilarating and deeply moving story of one man's attempt to sea kayak the areas of the Shipping Forecast,perfect for fans of The Salt Path and Attention All Shipping
The Shipping Forecast has been described as the UK's national lullaby: a source of dependability and calm in our often chaotic world,it has charmed millions of listeners and aided generations of seafarers across the decades. No stranger to weathering a storm after living with a rare life-limiting condition and facing the death of his brother,avid kayaker Toby Carr set out to explore the areas of the Forecast.
On a journey that took him to the harshest and most tranquil stretches of our sea,Toby found the real people,places and stories behind the familiar names and imagined environments of the well-loved BBC broadcast. From the wildness and peace of the sea,looking back at the land,Toby hoped to gain the strength and balance he knew nature could provide and to discover what anchors us to each other.
Written by Toby's sister Katie from his extensive notes and recordings after his untimely death,Moderate Becoming Good Later is both an epic adventure - sometimes choppy,constantly moving - and a personal voyage of discovery that includes old friends and new,plenty of wildlife,and the ever-present sea.
Publisher: Octopus Publishing GroupISBN: 9781800076105Number of pages: 336Dimensions: 198 x 129 mm
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'The sort of adventure I've often dreamed of late at night,with additional layers of poignancy and love.'- Alastair Humphreys,adventurer and author
'A very moving tale,in every way imaginable'. - Tristan Gooley,author of The Natural Navigator
'You can almost taste the sea air reading Moderate Becoming Good Later. This incredibly moving story weaves together one family's story and shows the sense of hope and love that can be found through adventure even when things don't go according to plan. It's a privilege to be allowed a glimpse into life offshore Britain through Toby and Katie's words.'- Elise Downing,adventurer and author of Coasting
'An incredible read of adventure and life that will draw you in and inspire you to pursue your own journeys. Katie has truly honoured her brother with this gripping recount.'- Jenny Tough,adventurer and author of Tough Women Adventure Stories and Solo
'As enduring as any ancient Scandinavian saga,this is a candidly honest tale of a risk-laden,yet existentially meaningful and powerful sea kayaking project. The descriptive and eloquent storytelling had me entranced from their first lines. I read this wonderful book often with a lump in my throat,many tears in my eyes and a racing pulse,because of the pure adventure of his inspirational physical and emotional endeavours.'- Nick Ray,expedition sea kayaker and author
'What a brave and tenderly written account of one man's fortitude in coming to terms with a shortened life using visits by kayak to the familiar shipping forecast sea areas as "stepping stones" on his final journey.'- Peter Jefferson,broadcaster and author of And Now The Shipping Forecast
'Engaging,well-observed,well-written and full of life wisdom. Anyone who liked The Salt Path will love this book.'- Nic Compton,photographer,sailor and author of The Shipping Forecast: A Miscellany
'It's rare to read a book that links place and motivation so clearly. Toby's story of seizing life's opportunities despite obstacles should inspire all of us to not let life pass us by. And the love of his sister Katie in finishing this story for Toby is profoundly moving.'- Ash Bhardwaj,travel journalist and broadcaster
'A fascinating account of the people,places and conditions encountered in paddling a kayak around some of the areas covered by the well-loved Shipping Forecast.'- Storm Dunlop,author of The Weather Almanac
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