Christina Dodwell

Travel in the remoter parts of China, in the 1970s, as the country was opening up to foreign visitors. This journey involved some arduous travel, no doubt, meeting many local people along the way - yet the re-telling struck me as a worthy diary account, lacking any really arresting passages or impressions.

Started slowly, without much preamble or background, but had its moments describing the otherworldly nature of Madagascar. CD's time in the Tsingy stands out. Not Christina Dodwell's most accomplished work.

Remarkable account of extensive travel in one of the wildest areas of the world - which involved great fortitude, resiience and certainly some luck.

Amazing account of a female explorer whose lack of fear astounds me! Travelling on horseback alone, Dodwell traverses much of eastern Turkey (an area that I would love to visit if not for the unsafe conditions) and ventures into Iran.
I am an avid traveller; Dodwell's book captures my imagination by taking me on a journey that I will never be able to take.
Highly recommended.