Target Black FridayNew ArrivalsChristmasHoliday Hosting & EntertainingGift IdeasAI Gift FinderClothing, Shoes & AccessoriesToysElectronicsBeautyGift CardsHomeFurnitureCharacter ShopBabyKitchen & DiningGroceryHousehold EssentialsSchool & Office SuppliesVideo GamesMovies, Music & BooksSports & OutdoorsBackpacks & LuggagePersonal CareHealthPetsUlta Beauty at TargetTarget OpticalParty SuppliesClearanceTarget New Arrivals Target Finds #TargetStyleHanukkahStore EventsAsian-Owned Brands at TargetBlack-Owned or Founded Brands at TargetLatino-Owned Brands at TargetWomen-Owned Brands at TargetLGBTQIA+ ShopTop DealsTarget Circle DealsWeekly AdShop Order PickupShop Same Day DeliveryRegistryRedCardTarget CircleFind Stores
A Year in Green Tea and Tuk-Tuks - by  Rory Spowers (Paperback) - 1 of 1

A Year in Green Tea and Tuk-Tuks - by Rory Spowers (Paperback)

$9.86Save $2.13 (18% off)

In Stock

Eligible for registries and wish lists

Sponsored

About this item

Highlights

  • BBC journalist and environmentalist Rory Spowers wanted to finally live his dream and abandon life in London for a more ecologically sustainable lifestyle.
  • About the Author: Rory Spowers is an environmental writer and broadcaster whose last book, Rising Tides, was critically acclaimed by The Sunday Times and The Observer (May 2002).
  • 320 Pages
  • Travel, Asia

Description



About the Book



BBC journalist and environmentalist Rory Spowers wanted to finally live his dream and abandon life in London for a more ecologically sustainable lifestyle. Moving with his wife and two toddler sons to a 60-acre abandoned tea estate in Sri Lanka, Rory sets out to create a model organic farm there and earn his livelihood from the land.



Book Synopsis



BBC journalist and environmentalist Rory Spowers wanted to finally live his dream and abandon life in London for a more ecologically sustainable lifestyle. Moving with his wife and two toddler sons to a 60-acre abandoned tea estate in Sri Lanka, Rory sets out to create a model organic farm there and earn his livelihood from the land.

The fascinating story begins with the tsunami and Rory's sudden involvement with the relief efforts, and charts the course of his adventures over 12 months culminating in the launch of his new business (making a living by selling the produce he grows). It chronicles the highs and lows of this radical change, and reveals what it takes to live a sustainable life. It will also include tips for those of you who wish to live a more environmentally friendly life.

Spowers' writing in 'Three Men on a Bike', which recounted his story of buying the Goodies' bicycle and riding it across Africa for charity, was compared with Bryson, Palin and Hawks' for his storytelling, humour and intrepid spirit.

Spowers' narrative brims with adventure, harrowing moments, and small triumphs as he comes to know the people and the land and works toward creating his dream of a sustainable, model forest garden.



About the Author



Rory Spowers is an environmental writer and broadcaster whose last book, Rising Tides, was critically acclaimed by The Sunday Times and The Observer (May 2002). Rory also has a background as a travel writer, and previously worked as a researcher, developing environmental documentaries for TV. In 2002, Rory co-founded The Web of Hope (www.thewebofhope.com), a UK registered charity compiling an expanding on-line database of role models for sustainability, social justice and positive change.

Dimensions (Overall): 8.0 Inches (H) x 5.0 Inches (W) x .8 Inches (D)
Weight: .64 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 320
Genre: Travel
Sub-Genre: Asia
Publisher: Harper Element
Format: Paperback
Author: Rory Spowers
Language: English
Street Date: March 5, 2007
TCIN: 81920066
UPC: 9780007233090
Item Number (DPCI): 247-22-4519
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
If the item details aren’t accurate or complete, we want to know about it.

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 0.8 inches length x 5 inches width x 8 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.64 pounds
We regret that this item cannot be shipped to PO Boxes.
This item cannot be shipped to the following locations: American Samoa (see also separate entry under AS), Guam (see also separate entry under GU), Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico (see also separate entry under PR), United States Minor Outlying Islands, Virgin Islands, U.S., APO/FPO

Return details

This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
See the return policy for complete information.

Frequently bought together

The Secrets to Creating Amazing Photos - by  Marc Silber (Paperback)

$13.30
MSRP $18.99
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

Minimalista - by  Shira Gill (Hardcover)

$23.63
MSRP $30.00
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies
4.9 out of 5 stars with 40 ratings

To the Ends of the Earth - by  Richard Weller (Hardcover)

$22.87
MSRP $40.00
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

Around the World on a Bicycle - From San Francisco to Tehran - by  Thomas Stevens (Paperback)

$25.99
MSRP $31.99
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

The Evolution of Charles Darwin - by  Diana Preston (Paperback)

$11.32
MSRP $20.00
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

Trending Non-Fiction

Discover more options

Diary of a Secret Drug Addict - (Hardcover)

$30.00
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

The Stars Will Still Be There - by  Nicola Nuttall (Paperback)

$15.99
MSRP $19.99
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

Nefarious - by  Ronnie Field (Paperback)

$19.99
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

Forever Max - by  Kerry Irving (Paperback)

$14.89
MSRP $19.99
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

An Angel Held My Hand - by  Jacky Newcomb (Paperback)

$16.69
MSRP $19.99
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies

Tina - by  Niall Harbison (Hardcover)

$20.43
MSRP $30.00
Buy 2, get 1 free select books, music & movies
5 out of 5 stars with 2 ratings

Related Categories

Get top deals, latest trends, and more.

Privacy policy

Footer

About Us

About TargetCareersNews & BlogTarget BrandsBullseye ShopSustainability & GovernancePress CenterAdvertise with UsInvestorsAffiliates & PartnersSuppliersTargetPlus

Help

Target HelpReturnsTrack OrdersRecallsContact UsFeedbackAccessibilitySecurity & FraudTeam Member ServicesLegal & Privacy

Stores

Find a StoreClinicPharmacyTarget OpticalMore In-Store Services

Services

Target Circle™Target Circle™ CardTarget Circle 360™Target AppRegistrySame Day DeliveryOrder PickupDrive UpFree 2-Day ShippingShipping & DeliveryMore Services
PinterestFacebookInstagramXYoutubeTiktokTermsCA Supply ChainPrivacy PolicyCA Privacy RightsYour Privacy ChoicesInterest Based AdsHealth Privacy Policy