A new book from David Hiscox: A Journey to the East: On the Hippy Trail.

In the early 1970s, with a backpack and a thirst for discovery, the author boards a bus in London bound for Kathmandu, tracing the legendary Hippy Trail through Europe, the Middle East, and South Asia. This evocative travel memoir chronicles not just the physical journey across continents, but a deeper exploration into the cultures, politics, and histories of the places encountered along the way.

From the bazaars of Istanbul to the deserts of Iran, through the chaos of Kabul and the serenity of Himalayan foothills, each stop reveals a world on the cusp of change—some teetering between tradition and modernity, others shaped by revolution and unrest. Alongside fellow travelers chasing freedom, enlightenment, or simply escape, the author reflects on the ideals of a generation and the realities they met on the road.

Rich with sensory detail, historical insight, and personal reflection, this is a compelling portrait of a transformative era—when borders were porous, curiosity was currency, and the road itself was the destination.

You can find this book on Amazon.