Ubuntu: One Woman's Motorcycle Odyssey Across Africa with Heather Ellis | Motorcycle GPS Navigation
Adventure Rider Radio
Canoe West Media
4.9 • 915 Ratings
🗓️ 8 December 2016
⏱️ 64 minutes
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Summary
Heather Ellis: Solo Adventure in Africa
From 1993 to 1997, Heather Ellis went on an adventure on her Yamaha TT600 through Africa, and from the United Kingdom to Vietnam. She recently published her book Ubuntu: One Woman's Motorcycle Odyssey Across Africa, which chronicles her journey in Africa. In her memoir, she shares life-changing stories, both inspiring and entertaining.
For more information on where Heather Ellis' book is available go to her website at http://www.heather-ellis.com/index.html
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