La longue route by Bernard Moitessier

La longue route

Sailor's Epic Solitude: Moitessier's Unforgettable Voyage

Narrated byJérôme Fonlupt
Length10h23m
Release dateSeptember 4, 2025
LanguageFrench
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AuthorBernard Moitessier
NarratorJérôme Fonlupt
Runtime10h23m
PublishedSeptember 4, 2025
RatingNot yet rated
CategoriesBiographies & Memoirs, Adventurers, Explorers & Survival, Travel & Tourism, Travel Writing & Commentary
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

In 'La longue route', Bernard Moitessier shares his gripping account of the 1968 Sunday Times Golden Globe Race, the first non-stop, solo circumnavigation of the globe. Fonlupt's narration captures the harsh beauty of the open sea, the relentless solitude, and the indomitable spirit of this adventurer. Moitessier's decision to continue sailing after rounding Cape Horn, choosing the 'long route' of the original plan, adds a poetic twist to this tale of human endurance.

Tags: Adventurous MemoirsSolo Sailing ExpeditionsCape Horn CircumnavigationNautical BiographiesPoetic Travel NarrativesEndurance & Resilience

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Editor's Review

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Jérôme Fonlupt's narration is a standout feature of this audiobook. His deep, resonant voice perfectly captures the vast, echoing emptiness of the ocean, making you feel every wave, every gust of wind. Moitessier's writing is poetic and introspective, offering profound insights into the human spirit's resilience. However, some listeners might find the lack of dialogue and the detailed sailing descriptions challenging at times. The pacing is steady, mirroring the rhythm of the sea, with production values that enhance the listening experience, including subtle sound effects that bring the voyage to life.

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