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The Trainspotter's Notebook

By: Francis Bourgeois
Narrated by: Francis Bourgeois
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About this listen

Brought to you by Penguin.

The adventure filled memoir written and read by the world's most beloved trainspotter, TikTok sensation Francis Bourgeois.

'Thrashing builds and builds. I look down and pull up my sleeve: I've got goosebumps, making all the hairs on my arm stand on end. I'm absolutely buzzing.'

From sleeping in a car to get a good shot of 73962 Dick Mabbutt to trainspotting with Joe Jonas, Francis Bourgeois has been on one hell of a ride over the past year. Bringing joy to millions, his epic journeys have highlighted the importance of connecting with your passions.

In The Trainspotter's Notebook, Francis shares his greatest trainspotting adventures and takes you with him across the fields and footbridges of Britain, passing through historic terminals and backwater stations in pursuit of tones, thrash and locomotive perfection. Told in his inimitable style, these hilarious and heart-warming tales take you behind the scenes of his most popular videos, and celebrate the places and people of the railway.

Are you ready to depart?

'Oh for goodness sake, I'm on the wrong platform!'

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2022 Francis Bourgeois (P)2022 Penguin Audio Engineering Travel Writing & Commentary Railroad Feel-Good Funny Witty

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You can't beat listening to someone so kind and genuine, talking about something they're so enthusiastic about. Definitely my favourite audiobook to date :)

Beautiful!

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Loved it from start to finish! Such an interesting and enthusiastic individual who doesn’t conform to norms. Makes no apologies do this, and is a wonderful refreshing breath of fresh air. Francis’ passion is nothing but infectious and I just couldn’t stop smiling. Thank you Francis, keep being you.

Truly wonderful

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After following Francis bourgeois for a while now on social media when I heard he was bringing out a book I was elated I purchased the signed hard copy for being a fan but because I’m not a great reader I jumped at the chance of the audio book with all the knowledge and entertainment francis brings to this audio book with his sound effects and his accents he imitates it’s just fantastic I hope there is a sequel 🙏

Best book I’ve ever owned!!!!

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There’s something that is just really nice about seeing Francis enjoy life, whether that is via this audiobook or his TikToks/ other social media content, his happiness and energy is just infectious!! Whether you are a die hard trainspotters or just here from the social media buzz I think you will enjoy this book

Great!!

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Listening to this just makes me so happy! I am not a train spotter by any means but just listening to this story I feel so happy.

Pure Happiness

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A beautiful tale of Francis sharing his love, passion and enthusiasm for all things railways.

Long words and wonderful tones

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Good listen throughout. What passion for trains and great dedication to this subject. Thrashing!! More, more needed!

Passion and dedication

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It really felt like I was able to share in Francis’s experiences. Looking forward to book two! :)

Joyful.

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I loved everything but please lower cusses but still beautiful lov e it love it 🚂🚃🚃

Everything

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So relaxing
His voice is relaxing fell to sleep in minutes please get this !

Amazing!!!!!

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