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A Walk in the Woods
- Narrated by: William Roberts
- Length: 9 hrs and 43 mins
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- Kindle Customer
- 11-10-06
A walk in the woods
This is my favourite audio book. I love Bryson's dry wit mixed with his often critical assessment of how Americans fail to look after the woods and wildlife they should be protecting. I can understand his desire to walk the Appalachian Trail and listening to this audio book often inspires me to go walking myself (though not 2,000 miles).
Bryson and Stephen Katz set off into the american wilderness only to find they are way out of their depth. With dangers such as bears, mountain lions, moose and more importantly Bryson's own vivid imagination the pair stumble their way along the trail. This book is packed with humour.
William Roberts' narration is perfect and helps to put Bill Bryson's audio books as a must have for any a.b. collection. I hope Audible get more of Bryson's books, Their worth a listen.
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- John
- 28-04-07
wilderness adventure from the comfort of home
I really enjoyed Bill Bryson's 'A Walk in the Woods' because it combines humour which can make you laugh out loud (usually at the expense of fools whom Bryson meets along the way) and a real sense of the beauty and wonder of North America's natural hertiage.
Bryson's descriptions are able to pick out the most interesting details of places and people which entertain the listener throughout and his criticism of everything wrong with the US attitude to the environment also struck a cord with me. Despite some merciless attacks on government agencies who fail to protect America's wood lands, the author manages to convey a love for his native country which inspires you to follow in his footsteps. I will definately be downloading more Bill Bryson books in the future.
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- AB
- 28-09-18
Another great Bryson adventure..
A Walk in the Woods chronicles Bill Bryson, along with his long time friend Steve Catz, trekking the Appalachian Trail. Much of it describes their adventures in trying to avoid encounters with bears and other native animals, but also looks at the effect humans have had on the great outdoors over the years.
Laced with typical Bryson wit and humour, this is definitely a worthwhile listen.
You'll want to lace up your waking boots after this one!
Superbly narrated by William Roberts..
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- Robert
- 19-09-07
a new bryson fan
i have only jsut started to read bill bryson. this book was fun and amusing as was the other i read (small town america) and i think i will read the rest. yes there are a lot of references to trees etc but he is walking the appilation trail. the reader, whom i think must read all his books, reads it so well.
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- B. Pend
- 14-11-15
Unexpected but another Bryson Hit
What did you like most about A Walk in the Woods?
His friend Catz adds extra spice to the menu of Bryson's dry wit.
What other book might you compare A Walk in the Woods to, and why?
Him & Me. Unfortunately we do not get Catz's personal view, but the listener can imagine.
What about William Roberts’s performance did you like?
He illuminates Bryson
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
The separation ....
Any additional comments?
I avoided this Bryson offering, as I thought it would be a little dull. I mean a "A Walk In The Woods"! How wrong could I be. I would of liked Catz to have his own voice in this book, as I think that would have made it even funnier.
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- Lil t
- 26-06-16
brilliant bryson, terrible narration
I struggled how to rate this. I love bill and this is one of his funniest books but the narration is just awful. the previous version narrated by bill himself is fantastic. unfortunately this narrator has the intonation all wrong which just makes the story less funny! I also find his voice really irritating. upsettingly all the new unabridged versions of bills travels books seem to be narrated by this same person, nooooo! audible please get bill bryson to read these!!!
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- Janet Hughes
- 01-02-16
My very favourite Bill Bryson escapade.
I really enjoyed listening to A walk in the Woods. Both informative and laugh out loud funny..
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- William
- 06-12-15
Held your attention but low on novelty.
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?
Yes and No. The premise is OK but the content feels thin. It feels padded with geographical facts making it neither a clear travelogue or an exposition of the trail. If you want a hint of the challenge facing you on the trail it gives you a very personal feel, but otherwise leave it.
What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!)
It petered out. Nothing to add.
Did the narration match the pace of the story?
Narration matched the book just fine.
Do you think A Walk in the Woods needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?
Unless he plans to finish the walk NO. However, its much much better than the film which was rather amateur.
Any additional comments?
A pleasant way to pass a few hours
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- FL
- 05-12-15
Entertaining journey
What did you like most about A Walk in the Woods?
The humour throughout and mixture of tales of the personal experience with details and descriptions of the places and their history- with an edgy attitude at times.
What was one of the most memorable moments of A Walk in the Woods?
So many entertaining moments so it is hard to narrow it down to just one. Enjoyed it all.
Have you listened to any of William Roberts’s other performances? How does this one compare?
Not yet although based on my enjoyment of this book I have now purchased a couple of other titles by Bill Bryson.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
It's a very easy book to listen to - it's not taxing to take it all in, so it's an ideal book to listen to whether you are dipping in and out or if you want a marathon sitting to read in one go. My father is in hospital and finds this is a good entertaining book to while away the hours and let his mind wander where sadly his body no longer can.
Any additional comments?
The narrator initially seemed overbearing but after a few chapters I came to enjoy his style- it brought the book and the characters to life - just right - it feels like listening to Bill himself.
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- gareth
- 12-02-16
Just good
This is the best of bill you can get, Katz and Bill what a team..
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