Groovin, Rich Israel
Groovin, Rich Israel
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Groovin'
Horses, Hopes, and Slippery Slopes

Author: Rich Israel

Narrator: J. R. Moorland

Abridged: 5 hr 59 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 05/29/2018


Synopsis

Do you have the courage to follow your dreams? In this delightful coming-of-age memoir, Rich Israel takes off on a journey of self-discovery during the late 1960s. Renouncing societal norms, he hitchhikes across the country, works at a circus, and rides a horse hundreds of miles through the Rocky Mountain wilderness—all the while, the draft and Vietnam War are nipping at his heels.Join Rich and his canine companion, Charlie, as they encounter one colorful character after another, from a loudmouthed carnival boss to an ax-loving dishwasher to a sultry flower child, whose bewitching powers lead to lust and longing—and heartbreak. A consummate storyteller, Rich peppers his writing with wit and sensitivity, as well as insights often revealed through mind-blowing acid trips.Against the backdrop of a unique period in American history, Groovin' is certain to warm your heart, bring a smile to your face, and inspire you to make every day an adventure.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Kathryn

In the 35 years since I met Rich, I knew he had a kind heart, a healing touch and a love of good weed. But I never had a clue he was such a great writer… until now. Rich asked me to read an advance copy and I literally couldn't put it down. What a fun romp! It stirred up my wanderlust and made me fa......more

Goodreads review by Harold

Want to follow a hippie adventure...partly on horseback? This is the book for you then.......more

Goodreads review by Anthony

Wonderful descriptions of tripping, drinking and wandering around in a stupefied haze whilst sleeping in campervans, riding motor bikes, hitchhiking across America, and having sex as much as possible with delightful sounding companions. The book charts the progress of the author and his friends over......more

Goodreads review by Quentin

Rich Israel led a life that most of us near his age wish we had lived in during that crazy period of life that saw us coming into adulthood. He had no definite plan except to live his life as he wanted and to experience all that he could in the time that he had. He thought nothing of hitching across......more