Around the World at Seventeen

Around the World at Seventeen is a memoir written by Charles F. C. Ladd Jr. about his incredible journey around the world when he was just seventeen years old. The book follows Ladd's travels as he embarks on a solo journey to explore different cultures, customs, and people across various countries. Starting from his hometown in Massachusetts, Ladd travels to Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America, covering a distance of over 57,000 miles by land, sea, and air.Throughout his journey, Ladd encounters several challenges and adventures, including getting lost in the Sahara desert, being detained by police in India, and experiencing a near-death encounter with a shark in Australia. He also meets a diverse range of people, from tribal chiefs in Africa to Buddhist monks in Thailand, and learns about their unique ways of life.The book is not just a travelogue but also a coming-of-age story, as Ladd reflects on his experiences and how they shaped his worldview. He shares his insights on topics such as politics, religion, and human nature, and how his travels helped him understand the interconnectedness of the world.Written in a vivid and engaging style, Around the World at Seventeen is a captivating read for anyone interested in travel, adventure, and personal growth. It offers a glimpse into a bygone era of travel and reminds us of the transformative power of exploration and discovery.1928. Ladd recounts his experiences of his around the world cruise on the first floating university with five hundred other American boys and girls.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.