The Journey That Never Was

In the early 1960s, Jeanne de Ferranti and her friend Jane set out to drive one of the first Minis around the world — two young women in their twenties, with little money but boundless determination. To Jeanne’s business-minded parents, it was a foolish distraction. To the press, it was invisible. But for them, it was the adventure of a lifetime. Over two years, they faced mechanical failures, hunger, near-violence, and the constant danger of being women alone on the road. From escaping an attempted knife-point assault to relying on the kindness of strangers across continents, their story is one of resilience, courage, and sheer will. A forgotten tale now brought vividly to life — perfect for readers of Tracks by Robyn Davidson and Full Tilt by Dervla Murphy.