Taking the Risk Book Review!

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Taking the Risk Book Review!

Book Synopsis

"Taking the Risk" by Hilary Bradt is a captivating memoir chronicling 50 years of adventurous travel and publishing. From hitchhiking in her youth to co-founding Bradt Guides, Bradt shares humorous, alarming, and inspiring tales of exploration, mishaps, and success.

About The Author

Book Highlights

Engaging Memoir:

Hilary Bradt recounts 50 years of travel and publishing, blending humor, insight, and adventure into a captivating narrative.

Trail-Blazing Career:

Co-founder of Bradt Guides, Hilary reflects on pioneering the travel industry and the challenges of starting a successful publishing company.

Hitchhiking Adventures:

From solo trips at age three to hitchhiking through the Middle East in her twenties, Bradt's wanderlust fuels her journey.

Exploration of Uncharted Territory:

Bradt and her husband explore South America and Africa, discovering hidden gems like the ancient trail to Machu Picchu.

Backpacking Guides:

Writing backpacking guides in the 1970s, the pair founds Bradt Guides, a venture that shaped their careers and the travel industry.

Balancing Passion and Career:

Bradt's occupational therapy career ends due to extensive travel, paving the way for her publishing endeavors.

Pre-Internet Adventures:

Relive the challenges of travel before modern conveniences, from border crossings to media gaffes, in Bradt's vivid recollections.

Learning on the Go:

Bradt's lack of experience in publishing becomes an asset, shaping the unconventional beginnings of Bradt Guides.

Transformative Impact:

Through Bradt Guides, Hilary's exploration influences countless travelers, leaving a lasting legacy in the travel community.

A Unique Perspective:

"Taking the Risk" offers a glimpse into the life of a fearless traveler and entrepreneur, sure to inspire and entertain readers of all backgrounds.

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