Travel with Richard Moses and his popcorn popper as they go around the world on an old-fashioned cargo freighter. A humorous, detailed account of Moses' 122-day journey.
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Fantasy made real,
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This author wasn't content with daydreaming. He actually signed on as a passenger to a freighter with a round-the-world itinerary, bringing socks, books, and his trusty popcorn popper. Mr. Moses records his trials and triumphs, his delight and disappointment, and his great joy throughout the long voyage. Traveling on a tramp freighter would be a grand adventure if you are gifted with Mr. Moses' flexibility and humor - if not, then with luck, someone like him will be on board to show you how it is done.
This is a gripping must-read. Don't miss the very last words of the book.
15 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
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I actually phoned Richard Moses and he was gracious enough to speak with me. I told him how much I enjoyed reading his delightful book and felt as though I too went on a "'Round the World cruise!"
He is the consummate gentleman and it shows in his book. His writing is descriptive, humorous, and even educational. Trust me, if you have a stressful job like me (stockbroker) it was such a joy to curl up in bed each night and "escape" to the high seas. All I can say is, "Richard, please take ANOTHER trip and write again...SOON!!!!"
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Only a popcorn popper,
By Mitchell Tray Green (Manhattan, Kansas) - See all my reviews
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Really would like to rate this higher, but...
I was excited to see this book as it was published relatively recently (2006) and dealt with the same basic cruise on the Rickmers Line that I will likely be taking. I have come away disappointed though. The writer has a very narrow view of what is interesting about travel and apparently did little other than eat popcorn, watch as the ship was loaded and unloaded and complain about the other passengers considering him odd for not getting out and about during the port calls. Basics of freighter travel are covered and a couple of colorful gems here and there but not so much as a guide to freighter travel nor a truly gripping travel story.
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