Book review: Around the world in 80 days by Mark Beaumont

In Around the World in 80 Days, Mark Beaumont tells the remarkable story of breaking the world record for cycling around the globe, completing the journey in just 78 days, 14 hours and 40 minutes.What makes this book worthwhile is the story behind the statistics. Beaumont takes readers into the relentless routine of riding for up to 16 hours a day, surviving on minimal sleep. One of the book's greatest strengths is its honesty. Beaumont openly discusses the physical pain, mental fatigue a [...]

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