Simon Reeve is a renowned and accomplished author and presenter, having worked on several acclaimed BBC TV travel series, including Tropic of Capricorn, Equator, Places That Don't Exist, and Meet the Stans. His extensive travels have taken him to numerous countries around the world, showcasing his remarkable ability to adapt to diverse environments and cultures.
In the 2008 BBC TV series Tropic of Capricorn, Simon embarked on a thrilling journey around the line marking the southern border of the tropics. His accompanying book, also titled Tropic of Capricorn, was published by BBC Books and offers a captivating account of his adventures. The BBC series Equator saw Simon heading east around the planet, navigating through troubled regions of Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
In Places That Don't Exist, Simon explored a group of unrecognized nations - countries so obscure they don't officially exist. This series showcased his remarkable ability to find and document stories from the most unlikely places. In Meet the Stans, Simon visited the Central Asian states of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, providing viewers with a unique glimpse into the cultures and traditions of these often-overlooked regions.
Simon's written works include several bestsellers, including Tropic of Capricorn: circling the world on a southern adventure, The New Jackals: Ramzi Yousef, Osama bin Laden and the Future of Terrorism, and One Day in September: the story of the 1972 Munich Olympics massacre and Israeli revenge operation 'Wrath of God'. His book One Day in September was published in 1998 and became a New York Times bestseller.
Throughout his career, Simon has received numerous accolades, including the One World Broadcasting Trust award for an outstanding contribution to greater world understanding. His tireless efforts to promote cross-cultural understanding and global awareness have earned him widespread recognition and respect.
Simon's television credits include:
* 2008 - Tropic of Capricorn
* 2006 - Equator
* 2005 - Places That Don't Exist
* 2004 - Meet the Stans
His notable books include:
* 2008 - Tropic of Capricorn: circling the world on a southern adventure
* 2001 - One Day in September: the full story of the 1972 Munich Olympics massacre
* 1998 - The New Jackals: Ramzi Yousef, Osama bin Laden and the future of terrorism
