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R.B. Cunninghame Graham

    Tschiffely's Ride
    • Tschiffely's Ride

      Ten Thousand Miles in the Saddle from Southern Cross to Pole Star

      • 564 Seiten
      • 20 Lesestunden

      In 1925, a young Swiss Long Rider named Aimé Tschiffely stood in Buenos Aires with his two Criollo horses, Mancha and Gato, ready to embark on an unprecedented journey: over ten thousand miles to New York. Despite being labeled a "lunatic" by the local press and facing skepticism about his inexperience and the age of his horses, Tschiffely was determined to prove them wrong. His journey would become the most famous equestrian adventure of the modern age, characterized by relentless perseverance. Throughout their epic travels, Tschiffely and his horses crossed perilous deserts, navigated jungles, and scaled towering mountains, all while facing various challenges, including encounters with vampire bats and being mistaken for gods. Their unwavering spirit and resolve allowed them to overcome every obstacle, making their accomplishments unmatched in equestrian history. This timeless narrative, often imitated but never surpassed, remains a beloved classic that has inspired five generations to seek their own adventures in the saddle. Saddle up for an unforgettable ride, as the story of Tschiffely's Ride continues to resonate with those yearning for mounted exploration.

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