It's thirty-five years since I watched the TV series, but this book still relives the journey well. As Palin bemoans the loss of scheduled steamer routes, so it is noticable that the ferry routes he catches in this book now no longer exist. ( )

Not a bad read, wouldn't rush back. ( )

Lovely, and has more interesting details than on screen. ( )

Very funny, very interesting, and superbly read.
So yes, going around the world in 80 days and NOT taking a plane surprisingly was a bit of a problem,
and there isn't any real in-depth information about the many places Michael went to, but his observation skills and wit make this a thoroughly enjoyable journey for the reader/listener, with his very personal insights into the people he met and places he traveled. ( )

Almost as enjoyable as the novel the concept is based on. ( )