Dodging Elephants

Dodging Elephants is the incredible true story of Alice Morrison, a woman who traded her business suit for Lycra to take on the longest bicycle race on Earth. Known today as the “Indiana Jones for Girls” and a resident of the Atlas Mountains here in Morocco, Alice’s journey began with this audacious challenge. This book captures every mile of her 8,000-mile odyssey from Cairo to Cape Town, delivering a narrative that is as funny as it is inspiring.

8000 Miles of Adventure on Two Wheels

Leaving behind a successful career and the comfort of the “corporate hamster wheel,” Alice signed up for the Tour d’Afrique despite being undertrained and arguably over-optimistic. Dodging Elephants takes you through the highs and lows of a race that tests human endurance to its limits. Through her witty and self-deprecating voice, you will experience the burning heat of the Sudanese desert, the mud of Tanzania, and the thrill of the open road.

This is not just a book about cycling; it is a story about the resilience of the human spirit. Alice faces obstacles that would make most people turn back, including:

• Dangerous encounters with wild elephants and armed bandits.
• Swarms of biting tsetse flies and grueling physical exhaustion.
• The camaraderie of 62 fellow racers from around the globe.
• The breathtaking beauty of the African continent, from the Pyramids to Table Mountain.

From the Corporate Rat Race to the African Road

Alice Morrison has since become a beloved figure in Morocco, known for her TV adventures and deep connection to the land. Reading Dodging Elephants gives you insight into the spark that ignited her life of exploration. It is the perfect read for anyone dreaming of a different life or simply looking for a gripping armchair adventure.

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