The Bird Man and the Lap Dancer: Close Encounters with Strangers (Vintage Departures)

Eric Hansen's "Rites of Passage" is a captivating collection of essays that will take you on a thrilling journey across the globe.

From surviving a cyclone at sea to drinking mind-altering kava in Vanuatu, Hansen's meticulous observations and fearless approach to exploration make for a truly unforgettable read.

With a keen eye for detail and a gift for bringing characters alive on the page, Hansen immerses you in the most sacred ceremonies and candid conversations from the Maldives to Sacramento, Cannes to Washington Heights.

Whether he's accompanying topless dancers on a bird-watching expedition or helping a widower search for his wife's wedding ring amid plane-crash wreckage in Borneo, Hansen's infectious curiosity and adventurous spirit will leave you breathless.

Don't miss out on this exhilarating read that will awaken your sense of wonder and inspire you to embrace life's wildest possibilities.