Through British Guiana to the summit of Roraima

In this vivid travel memoir, a determined explorer chronicles a journey from the low‑lying mangrove‑fringed coasts of British Guiana up into the mist‑shrouded highlands of South America. She opens with a sweeping portrait of the Demerara River’s endless mud flats, the sugar‑rich fields beyond, and the primeval forest that looms as both obstacle and marvel. The narrative captures the paradox of a land that feels both untouched and already marked by colonial ambition.

From the churning waters of the Potaro Gorge to the secluded Kaietuk Falls, the author and her husband press onward, describing the formidable terrain, the chorus of insects, and the surprising vitality that the jungle offers to those who dare enter. Their ascent toward the tabletop summit of Roraima blends careful observation with personal reflection, revealing how the expedition reshapes their sense of health, courage, and respect for nature. Illustrated with fourteen detailed plates and a map, the book invites listeners to travel the hidden interior of a continent still largely unknown.