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A Walk in the Woods

By: Bill Bryson
Narrated by: William Roberts
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 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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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.

wilderness adventure from the comfort of home

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Absolutely hilarious book, what a great story. First time I’ve listened to anything like this (normally I listen to long fantasy style novels like lotr) but it didn’t disappoint. If you’re on the fence about it just go for it, you won’t regret it!

Are you shitting me…

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Narrator is perfect for this book and does an outstanding job of bringing to life Bill and especially Cats. Great way to just exist on a day and be in another place, leave your stress behind you're waking the AT.

Great listen! Draws you in to another world

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What a fantastically funny and informative book. Took me on a wonderful adventure and had me smiling all the way through. I'll definitely read this again. Very well narrated .

Brilliant!

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Not quite the usual travelogue as focuses on his hike and companion but as usual funny and interesting.

Different from his others.

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