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In 2008 Jay Mitchell took time out from working and living in London to take a journey through South America, from Buenos Aires in Argentina to Cartagena in Colombia, it would be 6 months before he reached his goal. This book is a photographic journey through some of the most amazing landscapes, animal life, plant life and outstanding ancient ruins from previous cultures seen anywhere on the planet.

The severe change in weather from Patagonia in the winter to Colombia in spring, the changing seasons and the many different indigenous (indigenas) cultures, with varying ethnic clothing and foods it was easy to lose track of time and just enjoy the surroundings.

'I found that the highlights of my journey were the ‘Lost City’ (Ciudad Perdida) and Isla Gorgona in Colombia, Ushuaia National Park (covered in snow) in Argentina, Uyuni Salt Flats in Bolivia, Cuyabeno in the Amazon in Ecuador and of course the relaxed Huachachina Oasis (sand boarding) in Peru. Going to so many amazing places and meeting the indigenous people and being able to study their culture brought about my anthropological days again.  Whilst often travelling alongside other travellers I often found the locals so accommodating and even if they had nothing they are always still trying to give.

My premise when writing the book was to move away from a very wordy type of guide to something a lot more photographic, where you are able to make plans of wanting to visit a place I have photographed, revisit memories of when you have been there yourself or revel in what South America has to offer in its beauty.

He has also had the book endorsed by Sir Ranulph Fiennes arguably one of the greatest explorers of our time, he wrote:

‘A refreshing look at a journey through South America with a blend of beautiful photographs taking you from end to end of South America with unique personal narratives, anecdotes and stories which accompany the images of this journey. Jay has captured the essence of South America and what you are likely see when travelling through this beautiful continent, where cultures, vibrant colours and wildlife become one in his journey.’  Sir Ranulph Fiennes Bt, OBE, The World’s Greatest Living Explorer

Keeping up with Jay's News

To keep up with Jay's new adventures and events that he will be attending please check his blog (click on the blog link) and updates here on his website.

The next event Jay is attending is the London Book Fair on 19th May 2010 at Earls Court in London.

http://www.londonbookfair.co.uk/

Book Review

In the latest edition (April 2010) of the 'Real Travel Magazine' Jays book 'South America - A Photographic Journey' is reviewed, please see the photographs below.

Please contact the Real Travel team to purchase your copy.  (Click here for a link)

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