Spontaneous Revolutions
Seeing America One Pedal at a Time
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Spontaneous Revolutions: Seeing America One Pedal at a Time is a non-fiction book. The core audience is primarily women between the ages of 30 and 70, who are interested in travel, taking a trip of this nature, getting a glimpse of real small-town America and anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of a couple on a journey of this kind. A secondary audience is men who are interested in bicycling, travel and planning a similar trip. Armchair travelers are another key target audience. Spontaneous Revolutions is an inspirational story of conquering challenging situations, so readers who are ready to dream and follow their hearts and passions would also be interested in picking it up. It’s the story of two overweight, out-of-shape, inexperienced bicyclists, who take on a journey of a lifetime and succeed -- one pedal at a time. If they can do it, others can too, no matter their dream. Actually, anyone who enjoys a fun story about two people on a wild road trip across the country would enjoy the book. Adults who’ve lost their partners will also be interested to read the story of love and loss. The reader will learn through the introduction, closing and content scattered throughout the book that the author suffered an intense loss. It is not maudlin. The book is filled with moments of hilarity, fear, surprise, struggle, tenderness, frustration, danger and beauty. Ultimately, Spontaneous Revolutions is a testament to the power of love.
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An Extraordinary Bicycling Adventure Spontaneous Revolutions: Seeing America One Pedal at a Time is the story of a middle-aged couples' spur-of-the-moment bicycle journey across the country. These two out-of-shape, inexperienced cyclists rode from Portland, Oregon to Portland, Maine. It took four (sometimes) grueling months. Being overweight and over 50 was one thing. They also knew next to nothing about bikes - didn't even know how to change a flat tire when they left! And, they chose to travel unplugged. Why do this seemingly Insane thing? Well, beyond the "wild hair," they wanted to meet the people of the tiny towns and byways of America. It's also a testamentto overcoming challenges, staying motivated and enjoying the kindness of strangers. People constantly surprised them with support: Invitations to their homes and cheerleadlng along the way. The experience reaffirmed their faith in humanity, proving how many good people there are across America. There are moments of hilarity, fear, surprise, struggle, tenderness, frustration, beauty, danger and love. The book leaves the reader with confidence and inspiration: if these two can do it, you can do it- no matter your dream. Spontaneous Revolutions is also a love story. Author Liza McQuade and her husband reconnected in their marriage, learned to let go of judgement and found they loved each other more than they thought possible. The book was written after McQuades' husband passed away unexpectedly. It's not maudlin, it's an uplifting account of two people who undertook a huge leap of faith and learned to live In the moment. The trip proved to be a metaphor for taking on any big challenge. Whether you're making an important decision or scaling a mountain, don't psych yourself out. Tackle what's thrown your way head-on, even if you have to get off your bike and walk. Most importantly, it's a reminder to take life one pedal at a time.