Robin Hanbury-Tenison

About the Author

Robin Hanbury-Tenison is a distinguished British explorer, author, and conservationist whose life has been defined by a profound passion for adventure and the natural world. Born in 1936, he embarked on his first major expedition at the age of 21, leading a team across the deserts of Oman and establishing himself as one of the pioneers of modern exploration. Over decades, Hanbury-Tenison has traversed remote regions from the rainforests of Borneo to the steppes of Central Asia, documenting his journeys with keen insight and vivid prose. A committed environmentalist, he has advocated for indigenous rights and the preservation of fragile ecosystems through his writings and founding of organizations like Survival International. His memoir 'The Great Journeys in History' encapsulates a lifetime of discovery, blending personal anecdotes with historical reflections on humanity's epic travels. With over 30 books to his name, Hanbury-Tenison continues to inspire readers to appreciate the world's vanishing wildernesses.