{"title":"Ned Boulting","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNed Boulting\u003c\/strong\u003e invites readers on evocative journeys through the worlds of sport and travel, blending insightful biography with compelling adventure. His works capture the spirit of exploration both on and off the road, offering a unique perspective that resonates with enthusiasts of Travel \u0026amp; Adventure and Biography \u0026amp; Memoir alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the poignant storytelling in \u003cem\u003e1923\u003c\/em\u003e to the engaging narratives found in \u003cem\u003eThe Accidental Tour-ist\u003c\/em\u003e, Boulting’s writing is marked by an intimate connection to place and character. 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An excellent read'\u003c\/strong\u003e – Phil Liggett MBE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the follow-up to the bestselling \u003cem\u003eHow I Won the Yellow Jumper\u003c\/em\u003e and the award-winning \u003cem\u003e1923\u003c\/em\u003e, this is a lap of honour for everything that Ned has been lucky enough to have experienced during his commentating career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJoin Ned once more as he brings his cycling stories up to the present day – full of recollections of chaotic, memorable and sometimes surreal encounters with all the key riders. 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