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Book Synopsis: In 1996, Allan Weisbecker sold his home and his possessions, loaded his dog and surfboards into his truck, and set off in search of his long-time surfing companion, Patrick, who had vanished into the depths of Central America. In this rollicking memoir of his quest from Mexico to Costa Rica to unravel the circumstances of Patrick's disappearance, Weisbecker intimately describes the people he befriended, the bandits he evaded, the waves he caught and lost en route to finding his friend. In Search of Captain Zero is, according to Outside magazine, "A subtly affecting tale of friendship and duty. [It] deserves a spot on the microbus dashboard as a hell of a cautionary tale about finding paradise and smoking it away."In Search of Captain Zero: A Surfer's Road Trip Beyond the End of the Road is a Booksense 76 Top Ten selection for September/October.
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Looking for an exhilarating adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat? Look no further than "In Search of Captain Zero: A Surfer's Road Trip Beyond the End of the Road." This gripping memoir by Allan Weisbecker takes you on a journey through Central America, as he searches for his missing surfing companion, Patrick.
Loaded with excitement, danger, and a touch of mystery, Weisbecker's quest will leave you breathless. From Mexico to Costa Rica, he encounters a colorful cast of characters, evades bandits, and rides epic waves along the way. You'll feel like you're right there with him, sharing in the adrenaline-fueled moments and moments of introspection.
"In Search of Captain Zero" has received rave reviews, being described by Outside magazine as "a subtly affecting tale of friendship and duty." It's a cautionary tale that warns against losing oneself in the pursuit of paradise. Don't miss out on what Booksense 76 calls one of the top ten selections for September/October.
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