Cover of One Man and His Narrowboat: Slowing Down Time on England's Waterways

One Man and His Narrowboat: Slowing Down Time on England's Waterways

Escaping a mid-life crisis, Steve Haywood celebrates his birthday with a trip through England's canalsIn an attempt to get to grips with a big birthday, author Steve Haywood sets out from Oxford to explore what makes the English, well, so English. His quirky humor is inspired by Tom Rolt, who took to the canals on a similar journey immortalized in the book Narrow Boat, kick-starting the revival of Britain's waterways. Prepare for a generous helping of mayhem, mishaps, and the staple of every English summer: torrential rain.

Audience
adult
Length
medium · 320 pages

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