Rick Antonson Libri

A captivating blend of memoir, travel, and history profiling one of the world's most famous trains and the dramatic, picturesque route it follows--and sharing a host of fascinating stories along the way. Rick Antonson has ridden trains in more than thirty countries--but everything he thinks he knows about train travel changes when he boards the Rocky Mountaineer with his ten-year-old grandson, Riley. As they wind over trestles and through tunnels, each mile of track uncovers stories of dynamite and discovery, surveyors and schemers, explorers and visionaries, and the people who helped to build Canada against the odds of geography and politics. Surrounded by a wild landscape that sparks imagination, fellow passengers recount train travels in other countries, get nostalgic for the era of steam locomotives, and consider life's unfinished journeys. Peppered with spirited dialogue, heartrending vignettes, and intriguing anecdotes, Train Beyond the Mountains is travelogue with urgency: to make your travel dreams happen now. As one passenger muses, "The mistake we make is that we think we have time."

Set against the backdrop of Papua New Guinea's remote jungles, acclaimed travel writer Rick Antonson embarks on a formidable adventure that tests his limits. Through vivid storytelling, he captures the beauty and challenges of this uncharted territory, showcasing the rich culture and breathtaking landscapes of the region. Antonson's journey promises to be a thrilling exploration of both the physical environment and the human spirit.