This is just one of the many maps that Vladimir carries as communication aids.

I personally saw at least six maps which recorded different parts of the trip, on different scales.

Vladimir will set up a kind of show, anywhere there is a blank wall, really, which will feature a couple of maps like this and a series of photos in laminated sheets, mostly showing Vladimir with smiling happy groups of people.

I am reliably informed that such a show is a good way to generate cash capital for travelling; on one such afternoon, in England, donations were around one hundred pounds, worth about $150.00 US at the time.

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