Many years of professing, international business, and consulting while living and working in Asia, Africa, and the Middle-east as well as Canada and the USA have taught me that the history and culture of people's and nations comes to life in exciting and meaningful ways when one walks the legendary trails trod by famous explorers and sees the aurora borealis for the first time as they must have. My fascination with people and cultures began with a tour of duty with the U.S. Air Force in S.E. Asia and Viet Nam during the war. I have walked, biked, motorcycled, driven, flown, and boated across several nations to see and experience historical sites, bringing legends alive for my family and I. In my new career as a novelist I shall share these adventures in a somewhat whimsical way, mixed in with history and legendary tales. My hope is that you will journey with my characters as they take on the risks and thrills of life as they pursue adventure in cultures and events that often put them in danger. Enjoy the ride!