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Embark on an extraordinary journey with 'Chasing Zorba', a compelling memoir that intertwines adventure, self-discovery, and the quest for meaning. Written by Jerry Steimel, this trade paperback invites readers to join him on a cross-country road trip in a nostalgic 1966 VW Beetle, aptly named Zorba, after the iconic literary figure from Nikos Kazantzakis's masterpiece, 'Zorba the Greek'. Set against the backdrop of a tumultuous era in 1972 America, Steimel's story goes beyond the surface of travel, delving deep into themes of resilience, purpose, and the undying spirit of adventure.
As the journey unfolds, readers encounter the challenges of mechanical failures, unexpected detours, and the pursuit of dreams that resonate even today. Steimel’s reflections invoke Zorba's philosophy of living life to the fullest and embracing the present moment without fear. This brand new paperback edition, published by Bookbaby in 2021 and available under ISBN 9781098334628, captures the essence of seeking adventure and self-understanding in a divided America.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781098334628
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Bookbaby
Description:
In 1972, after graduating from college, Jerry Steimel set out on a cross-country road trip in a 1966 VW Beetle he called Zorba — named after the literary figure, Zorba the Greek. In Zorba, the author Nikos Kazantzakis had created an image and a philosophy about life that inspired Steimel. Zorba's commitment to grasping tightly to the present and living life without fear was something he strived to adopt. On his road trip in 1972 Steimel aimed to explore America's back roads—the country sharply divided over the war in Vietnam—and break away from his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. Along the way, he sought to gain a deeper understanding of himself and the path his life would take. His goal: get to California and see what he could learn along the way. However, the Beetle he chose for the journey suffered mechanical failure on the first day in a small town in Alabama, only 300 miles from the journey's starting point. Resisting a return to his hometown, Steimel attempted to sustain himself in Pensacola, Florida. After a month, his resources were expended and he was forced to return to Louisville and put his dream of driving across America on the shelf. Receiving a Masters Degree in social work, Steimel pursued a career working with disadvantaged children in a variety of settings, ultimately settling on the East Coast. He married and raised two daughters—a life well-lived—and he continued to pursue Zorba's approach to life holding the author Kazantzakis in his mind as a mentor. But always a feeling lingered that he had some unfinished business. Forty-five years after his first attempt
As the journey unfolds, readers encounter the challenges of mechanical failures, unexpected detours, and the pursuit of dreams that resonate even today. Steimel’s reflections invoke Zorba's philosophy of living life to the fullest and embracing the present moment without fear. This brand new paperback edition, published by Bookbaby in 2021 and available under ISBN 9781098334628, captures the essence of seeking adventure and self-understanding in a divided America.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781098334628
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Bookbaby
Description:
In 1972, after graduating from college, Jerry Steimel set out on a cross-country road trip in a 1966 VW Beetle he called Zorba — named after the literary figure, Zorba the Greek. In Zorba, the author Nikos Kazantzakis had created an image and a philosophy about life that inspired Steimel. Zorba's commitment to grasping tightly to the present and living life without fear was something he strived to adopt. On his road trip in 1972 Steimel aimed to explore America's back roads—the country sharply divided over the war in Vietnam—and break away from his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. Along the way, he sought to gain a deeper understanding of himself and the path his life would take. His goal: get to California and see what he could learn along the way. However, the Beetle he chose for the journey suffered mechanical failure on the first day in a small town in Alabama, only 300 miles from the journey's starting point. Resisting a return to his hometown, Steimel attempted to sustain himself in Pensacola, Florida. After a month, his resources were expended and he was forced to return to Louisville and put his dream of driving across America on the shelf. Receiving a Masters Degree in social work, Steimel pursued a career working with disadvantaged children in a variety of settings, ultimately settling on the East Coast. He married and raised two daughters—a life well-lived—and he continued to pursue Zorba's approach to life holding the author Kazantzakis in his mind as a mentor. But always a feeling lingered that he had some unfinished business. Forty-five years after his first attempt