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A Walk in the Woods

By: Bill Bryson
Narrated by: William Roberts
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About this listen

 The Appalachian Trail covers 14 states and over 2,000 miles, snaking through some of the most spectacular landscapes in America. Reluctant adventurer Bryson recounts his gruelling hike along the longest continuous footpath in the world.

©1998 Bill Bryson (P)2014 Audible, Inc. Hiking North America Outdoors & Nature Travel Writing & Commentary United States Funny Witty Feel-Good Inspiring Walking

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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.

A walk in the woods

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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.

Unexpected but another Bryson Hit

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An enjoyable and informative listen... Bryson describes his trek along the Appalachian Trail, accompanied by an old friend. The book reveals insights into the US environment and its interface with urbanisation; describes the range of people participating in this activity that demands commitment and organisation; and highlights a range of insights about the ecosystem and its flora and fauna.
At the heart of the book are two relationships: man and nature, and the relationship between two elderly men as they traverse the environment. Enjoyable, light, informative, humorous and nicely narrated too. Recommended.

Getting under the American skin

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I have listened and read quite a few books by Bill Bryson. Each is interesting in its own way. But I have enjoyed this one the most. I have never done any hiking, nor had I had any intention to do it till I listened to this book! Having listened to it is an experience next to the real thing. I wouldn't say that the relationship between Steven and Bryson can be compared to that of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza, but this book certainly will not be the same without it. The narrator has also done a fantastic job!!

What a memorable listening experience!

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This is the second book by Bill Bryson I've listened to and yet again throughly enjoyed.

Another excellent book

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