“1997. I was a student and almost without funds. But I really wanted to see the world, and I decided that I would hitchhike during the holidays. It turned out to be cheap and exciting. I traveled alone or with friends, without money, figuring out what to eat and where to sleep every day. I met people, visited fantastic places and got into various troubles - life has never seemed so bright. Traveled through Russia and the CIS, went to Eastern Europe and the Middle East. I even reached Africa and Australia. I often told my friends about my adventures, and over time I began to write down these stories...”