A Philosopic movement of the 18th Century marked by questioning of traditional doctrines and values, a tendency towards human individualism, and an emphasis on the idea of universal human progress, the empirical method in science, and the free use of reason. Oxford English Dictionary Julie describes how she came to the decision to quit her job, leave her husband, all her possessions, family and friends. Chapter Two South Africa , Madagascar & Gloriouses "The minute you begin to do what you really want to do, it's really a different kind of life" Buckminster Fuller" Island tales include tiny islands off the coast of Africa, and the spice islands of Zanzibar and Pemba Chapter Four The Indian Ocean and desert islands "There is nothing so desperately monotonous as the sea, and I no longer wonder at the cruelty of pirates" James Russell Lowell. A fascinating daily diary of being at sea for 35 days, without seeing land and living on a desert island for 3 months and hunting for giant coconut crabs. Chapter Five Sailing the Southern Thailand islands "There are two choices. You can make a living or you can design a life " Jim Rohn A unique insight into the Thai culture and the 'Chao Ley' sea gypsies that still live a nomadic existence. Chapter Six The Second Enlightenment, Contemplation in Malaysia "When men come to like a sea life, they are not fit to live on land " Samuel Johnson Homeless, penniless and jobless in Malaysia, Julie sets