May 06, 2006 long way round by ewan mcgregor and charley boorman nonfiction hardcover. And after an inspirational unicef visit to africa, they knew they had to go back and experience this extraordinary continent in more depth. Long way down kindle edition by charley boorman author, ewan mcgregor author 4. Once my hands were healed, the first thing ewan and i did was return to the royal geographical society in london, the place where wed mapped out the first trip. Charley boorman was born in england, grew up in ireland, and currently lives in london with his family. Long way down by ewan mcgregor and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. This book is one of the parts of that story, but it feels like an aside, rather than a book in itself. See all 24 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. After their trip round the world in 2004, fellow actors and bike fanatics ewan mcgregor and charley boorman couldnt shake the travel bug. Long way down by ewan mcgregor, 9780751538953, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Long way down ewan mcgregor, charley boorman, jeff.
Long way round audiobook by ewan mcgregor, charley boorman. Two guys take a trip of several months on motorcycles. An epic journey by motorcycle from scotland to south africa, and more on. Long way down ebook written by charley boorman, ewan mcgregor. Long way down is a television series, book and dvd documenting a motorcycle journey undertaken in 2007 by ewan mcgregor and charley boorman, from. After their fantastic trip around the world in 2004, recounted to acclaim in long way round, ewan mcgregor. Long way down on apple books apple books apple apple. After reading the book, long way round, documenting ewan mcgregor and charlie bormans global circumnavigation, we here at corporate canyonchasers the wife and i decided that we really wanted to see the television program. Having been fascinated by africa for many years, i watched long way down before long way round, and am following the same pattern with the books.
Long way round is the result of their fourmonth, 20,000mile joyride. They travel from the north of scotland, down through europe, into africa, finally winding up in cape town, south africa. This book is one of the parts of that story, but it feels like an aside, rather than a book. Buy long way down by boorman, charley, mcgregor, ewan isbn. Now in paperback, this second remarkable travel book from famed actor ewan mcgregor and his good friend charley boorman chronicles their epic adventure ride on motorbikes from scotland to south africa. After their fantastic motorcycle trip around the world in 2004, bike fanatics and best friends ewan mcgregor and charley boorman couldnt shake the travel bug. Loved ewan and charleys long way round, so its about time i read this. In long way round, charlie and ewan set the stage for two best friends and their motorcycle journeys across the globe. See all books authored by ewan mcgregor, including long way round. Featuring original diary entries, travel maps, mileage. With ewan mcgregor, charley boorman, david alexanian, russ malkin. Long way round by ewan mcgregor, robert uhlig, charley. Inspired by their unicef visits to africa, they knew they had to go back and experience this extraordinary continent in more depth.
Created by david alexanian, charley boorman, russ malkin. As with long way round, i preferred charleys voice to ewans because he moans less though its the opposite on screen. The foundation of the book is that charley and ewan wanted to go on another long trip with as little hassle as possible whilst earning as much from merchandise as possible. Long way down ewan mcgregor, charley boorman, jeff gulvin. Chasing shadows across the world mcgregor, ewan, boorman. It is a followup to the long way round of 2004, when the pair rode east from london to new. You get to know the cast and crew in a personal way. They get the travel bug again here, but decide this. From london to new york, ewan and charley chased their shadows through europe, the ukraine, kazakhstan, mongolia and russia, across the pacific to alaska, then down through canada and america. Jun 02, 2008 buy long way down by boorman, charley, mcgregor, ewan isbn. Also available from december 3 is the 2 disc dvd containing the complete 6 part bbc series and numerous extras including unseen and extended footage, map of route, exclusive photo gallery and much more. See more ideas about long way round, ewan mcgregor and way down. Film star ewan mcgregor travels around the world by motorcycle with his best friend, actor charley boorman a unique and fascinating traveladventure book.
They travel from john o groats to cape town descending. In long way down, theyve ditched the whiney trip doctor from the first trip and replaced him with a doctor who better fits the spirit of the team. Long way down soundtrack produced by jimmy simak cd soundtrack compiled by amanda jones. Charlie and ewan are more emotional this time around and the scenery and imagery is amazing. And so they set off on their 15,000mile journey with two new bmws loaded up for the trip. Last line from long way down by ewan mcgregor and charley boorman. Facing a brand new set of challenges the intrepid pair discover spectacular but unforgiving terrain, rich cultures and unforgettable local characters. This book is not just for motorbike lovers or travel buffs,but theres something there for everyone,it was also my first foray into the audio format. This documentary series follows actors ewan mcgregor and charley boorman on a motorcycle trip around the world. Jun 02, 2008 long way down paperback june 2 2008 by ewan mcgregor author, charley boorman author 4. Long way round book by ewan mcgregor, charley boorman. Bikings big names race to join ewan mcgregor on his new. This led to a slightly less enjoyable experience for the readerviewer in my opinion. Chasing shadows across the world, and long way down.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Long way round lwr is a british television series, dvd set and book documenting the 19,000mile 31,000 km journey of ewan mcgregor and charley boorman from london to new york city on motorcycles. Im often not very quick off the mark at the best of times, but when it came to discovering the wonder that is the 20,000 mile road trip from london to new york the long way round undertaken by actors ewan mcgregor and. The book and the video series ride in tandem for most of the journey. An actor who has appeared in more than thirty films trainspotting, velvet goldmine, moulin rouge, and the second star wars trilogy among them he rides an mv augusta f4s and a ktm duke. Winner galaxy british book award 2008 best popular non fiction 18 countries. A highly readable and spiritually uplifting book about a dream come true wanderlust touching and memorable. After their trip round the world in 2004, fellow actors and bike fanatics ewan mcgregor and charley boorman couldnt.
Long way down has 4 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Long way round chasing shadows across the world from london to new york, ewan mcgregor and charley boorman chased their shadows through europe, the ukraine, kazakhstan, mongolia and russia, across the pacific to alaska, then down through canada and america. Long way round ebok ewan mcgregor, charley boorman. Ewan mcgregor books list of books by author ewan mcgregor. Long way round is the result of their adventures a fascinating, frank and highly entertaining travel book about two friends riding round the world together and, against all the odds, realising their dream. Long way round by ewan mcgregor and charley boorman. Long way down is a documentary about friends ewan mcgregor.
The adventure was on again john ogroats to cape town. Long way down book by ewan mcgregor, charley boorman. Long way round by ewan mcgregor, robert uhlig, charley boorman a highly readable and spiritually uplifting book about a dream come true wanderlust touching and memorable. After their fantastic trip round the world in 2004, fellow actors and bike fanatics ewan mc gregor and charley boorman couldnt shake the travel. After their fantastic trip around the world in 2004, recounted to acclaim in long way round, ewan mcgregor and charley boorman couldnt shake the travel bug. Due to scheduling complications with the ferry for the first rd of the trip, long way down lwd had a rushed and more stressful feel to it in comparison to long way round.
After their fantastic trip round the world in 2004, fellow actors and bike fanatics ewan mcgregor and charley boorman couldnt shake the travel bug. Charley boorman after their fantastic trip round the world in 2004, fellow actors and bike fanatics ewan mcgregor and charley boorman couldnt shake the travel bug. Yes, i am aware i am doing this all out of sequence. An african adventure by charley boorman and ewan mcgregor 2008, hardcover, illustrated at the best online prices at ebay. Long way down by ewan mcgregor, 9783492403641, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Long way round by ewan mcgregor and charley boorman nonfiction hardcover. Long way round beginning in london, ewan and charley chased their shadows through europe, the ukraine, kazakhstan, mongolia, and russia. Long way down by charleyboorman and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Taking turns with the narrative, both are funny, smart and skilled at evoking the thrill of the open dusty, sandy, gravelly, potholed road.
When ewan and charlie we feel weve gotten to know them so well that were now on a first name basiswhen ewan and charlie did their three months, 20,000 mile. Long way down paperback june 2 2008 by ewan mcgregor author, charley boorman author 4. Now in paperback, this second remarkable travel book from famed actor ewan mcgregor and his good friend charley boorman chronicles their epic adventure. I have read the second book so was pretty much aware of what format it would be in.
Reading along as they traveled, it was wonderful to see the experiences ewan. Long way down by ewan mcgregor, charley boorman kirkus. Long way down an african adventure after their trip round the world in 2004, fellow actors and bike fanatics ewan mcgregor and charley boorman couldnt shake the travel bug. Long way down ewan mcgregor and charley boorman ewan mcgregor. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read long way down. He lives in london with his wife and two daughters. Long way down by charley boorman, ewan mcgregor books on. Ewan mcgregor and charley boorman return for another unforgettable adventure this time riding the long way down. Long way down is a television series, book and dvd documenting a motorcycle journey undertaken in 2007 by ewan mcgregor and charley boorman, from john o groats in scotland through eighteen countries in europe and africa to cape town in south africa. Long way down by ewan mcgregor, charley boorman lovereading. In this followup to their aroundtheworld motorcycle travelogue long way round, actorsbike enthusiasts mcgregor and boorman chronicle an 84day road trip from scotland to south africa. Long way down book by ewan mcgregor, charley boorman 4. Description long way down by ewan mcgregor after their fantastic trip round the world in 2004, fellow actors and bike fanatics ewan mcgregor and charley boorman couldn t shake the travel bug.
Initially, mcgregor, 47, and boorman, 52, struggled to strike a deal for their debut 2004 project from london to new york, but finally gained sponsorship from. Long way down audiobook by ewan mcgregor, charley boorman. Nevertheless, this voyage is still ewan and charley at their best. They travel from the north of scotland, down through europe. Two best friends set out on a road trip across africa. The two friends will travel through such places as siberia, kazakhstan, mongolia, and alaska, before finally ending the journey in new york. British actors and bosom buddies mcgregor and boorman produced a surprise hit in 2004 with the funloving travelogue long way round 2004, which chronicled the duos adventures as they cruised around the globe on their motorcycles, making friends and delivering wisecracks along the way.