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Reviewed by Bernard Foong for Readers' Favorite
I must admit I was surprised by this well written, albeit rather long, account of a young man's summer bicycle journey through France in 1968, written from the perspective of a thoughtful grandfather to his grandson Austin. I am not sure how Austin liked it but I hope he found it equally interesting. As a young man, I imagined the author, Wayne Slingluff, fancied himself as an artist and painter. After weeks of wrangling, he convinced his reluctant parents to allow him a summer vacation in France where he would take in the world of art and history. His sojourn in France would ultimately challenge him in a way that would help influence the rest of his adult life.
I am also planning a road trip (by train and car) to France this year. It will encompass some of the same areas mentioned in this memoir. I found it especially enjoyable. Having done some travelling of my own as a young man, I find I have similar experiences that also helped shape my adult life. It was a way of reliving that era of wanderlust, so often craved for by young adults. The biking experiences in France these days have changed substantially since 1968. I'm sure some of the difficulties experienced by the author then may not necessarily apply today. All in all, it was an enjoyable read.
