by Sam Heughan
First published 2020
Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish set out across Scotland in a campervan to discover their homeland beyond the sets of Outlander. The two actors travel by boat, kayak, bicycle and motorbike from coast to loch, investigating Scottish history and culture along the way. They explore poetry and warfare, sample plenty of whisky, and navigate weeks confined together in tight quarters. Near-death experiences test their friendship while unforgettable locals share their stories. The journey forces both men to reflect on their acting careers in film and theatre. They develop fresh respect for Scotland's majesty as they traverse peaks and valleys. The road trip becomes a voyage of self-discovery, strengthening their bond like aged Scotch while revealing Scotland in new ways.
Genres: history, travel, adventure, biography-memoir
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, road-trip
Setting: Scotland
297 pages · Hardcover · Hodder & Stoughton