Van Pool tot Pool

A seasoned wanderer, now in his late forties, looks back on the first steps of his lifelong odyssey that began twenty‑five years ago. After years of roaming across the vast reaches of Asia and occasional returns to his Swedish homeland, he finds himself on a quiet island, contemplating how to mark the anniversary of that youthful departure. Rather than a grand banquet, he imagines a quieter celebration—one that gathers the countless children whose lives have been touched by his stories.

He decides to turn his memories into a shared journey, inviting listeners to travel with him in mind across the continents he once crossed. From the snow‑capped Pamir peaks to the sun‑baked deserts of Persia, from the serene temples of Japan to the endless steppes of Siberia, his narrative promises vivid sketches of landscapes, cultures, and the quiet moments that shaped him. Join him as he weaves together the sights, sounds, and feelings of a world he has known, offering a reflective guide for anyone yearning to explore beyond their own horizons.