A Walk in the Woods
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When Bill Bryson decides to hike the Appalachian Trail—a 2,100-mile footpath stretching from Georgia to Maine—he embarks on one of America's most challenging long-distance walks with spectacularly uneven preparation and an equally unprepared companion. What follows is a hilarious and illuminating journey through the wilderness that combines pratfalls and perseverance in equal measure.
Along the way, Bryson weaves natural history, environmental observations, and encounters with eccentric fellow hikers into a narrative that's both laugh-out-loud funny and surprisingly informative. His trademark wit transforms tales of bear-infested forests, gruelling climbs, and questionable trail decisions into a love letter to the great outdoors—even when nature refuses to cooperate. Essential reading for anyone who's ever contemplated a long-distance walk, or simply enjoys watching someone else suffer through one from the comfort of an armchair.
