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Ishbel Rose Holmes, aka "World Bike Girl," is
British-Iranian and a daredevil adventurer. In 2014, she set off to
cycle the world and has so far pedalled across 16 countries in
Europe and South America. She is currently on a 6,000 km adventure
through the Amazon jungle. Ishbel cycles with a dog trailer that
she uses to rescue animals as she pedals. Working together with her
thousands of big-hearted and loyal followers, Ishbel makes sure
that injured cats and dogs get the correct medical care, then she
looks after them until they find a home.
Ishbel uses the bicycle as a platform to campaign for women's
rights, especially for those in Iran. Ishbel became one of the
principal campaigners for the online hashtag campaign
#IranianWomenLoveCycling after Iran's Supreme Leader issued a
religious ban on women cycling in public in 2016.
Before cycling the world, Ishbel was a velodrome sprinter for the
Iranian National Women's Team. Her racing pedigree in the UK
includes her role as a Scottish Institute of Sport Athlete, Glasgow
Life Athlete, and British Masters Track Champion. Before racing on
velodromes, Ishbel spent many years road racing all over the UK.
"[Saving Lucy] is an extraordinary story about the union of an
independent, adventurous woman and a fiercely determined dog. . . .
The story depicts their moments of creativity, uncertainty, hope,
despair and sheer determination. Ultimately, it reveals the
strength of the relationship and bond that they developed and the
power of reciprocal healing."--Jan Rees, OBE, founder of The Rees
Foundation, a foster care charity
"An incredible story about amazing Ishbel and her cycling
adventure. Ishbel takes us on her rollercoaster of a journey
through life, and through Turkey, on a bike with Lucy. It's a great
readparticularly if you're a cycle tourist or dog lover."--Simon
Stanforth, founder of Stanforth Bikes, a UK touring bike
company
"Hooked by page 2. Tears by page 5. This is a gem of a story
written by a brave and inspiring young woman with an XXL heart. If
you love travel and love animals, you'll adore this book."--Jason
Lewis, award-winning author, explorer, and sustainability
campaigner
"I've enjoyed following Ishbel's travels over the yearsshe has such
a wonderful way with storytelling. Down to earth, honest, funnyshe
mixes grit with unshakable optimism. Her passion to explore this
precious planet under her own steam is infectious, and it's a joy
to be swept up in her world, and in her incredible journey. What I
love most about this book, however, is that Ishbel doesn't skim
over the dark times. She shines a light on the many twists and
turns one woman's life can take, and how ultimately she has turned
her own often raw and painful experiences into a force for good in
the world. That is the greatest triumph of all, and I have no doubt
that her story will inspire millions."--Anna McNuff, adventurer,
speaker, and World Champion rower
"In this beautifully crafted book, we see how the courage of one
woman shines through after a childhood of incredible hardship. . .
. Her beautiful and inspiring book is a true and passionate journey
of . . . unconditional love."--Frank Gilhooley, Scottish actor
"Who saved whom? Ishbel is a truly incredible and determined woman
whose emotional story takes you on a journey of tears, laughter,
hope, and inspiration with her heartwarming friendship with a stray
dog that becomes a connection and rescue for both of them. Beyond
inspiring!"--Dion Leonard, author of Finding Gobi
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