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Product Identifiers
PublisherAmazon Publishing
ISBN-101935597191
ISBN-139781935597193
eBay Product ID (ePID)127444973
Product Key Features
Book TitleAwol on the Appalachian Trail
Number of Pages346 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2010
TopicUnited States / Northeast / New England (Ct, mA, Me, NH, Ri, VT), Personal Memoirs, United States / General
GenreTravel, Biography & Autobiography
AuthorDavid Miller
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight16 Oz
Item Length8.2 in
Item Width5.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition23
Number of Volumes0 vols.
Dewey Decimal917.4
Edition DescriptionUnabridged edition
SynopsisIn 2003, software engineer David Miller left his job, family, and friends to fulfill a dream and hike the Appalachian Trail. AWOL on the Appalachian Trail is Miller's account of this thru-hike along the entire 2,172 miles from Georgia to Maine. On page after page, readers are treated to rich descriptions of the valleys and mountains, the isolation and reverie, the inspiration that fueled his quest, and the life-changing moments that can only be experienced when dreams are pursued. While this book abounds with introspection and perseverance, it also provides useful passages about safety and proper gear, showing a professional hiker's preparations and tenacity. This is not merely a travel guide, but a beautifully written and highly personal view into one man's adventure and what it means to make a lifelong vision come true., In 2003, software engineer David Miller left his job, family, and friends to hike 2,172 miles of the Appalachian Trail. AWOL on the Appalachian Trail is Miller's account of this thru-hike from Georgia to Maine. Listeners are treated to rich descriptions of the Appalachian Mountains, the isolation and reverie, the inspiration that fueled his quest, and the rewards of taking a less conventional path through life. While this audiobook abounds with introspection and perseverance, it also provides useful passages about hiking gear and planning. This is not merely a travel guide; it is a beautifully written and highly personal view into one man's journey and the insights gained by abandoning what is comfortable and routine. "David Miller's AWOL makes you feel the pain and joy of an Appalachian Trail thru-hike...In vivid colors, David paints a picture of his memorable journey." - Larry Luxenberg Director of the Appalachian Trail Museum
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