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The Last Englishman
- Book 1
- Narrated by: Adam Stubbs
- Length: 11 hrs and 4 mins
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Summary
A real-life adventurer. A gruelling pan-American trek. Will one Englishman dare to face his fears?
Shortlisted for Outdoor Book of the Year by The Great Outdoors magazine
Born traveller Keith Foskett had thousands of miles of thru-hiking experience when he prepared for his toughest challenge yet: a gruelling 2,640-mile hike from Mexico to Canada. In a six-month journey along America’s Pacific Crest Trail, he crossed the arid expanses of California’s deserts, the towering peaks of Oregon’s volcanic landscape, and the dense forests of Washington.
Battling phobias of bears, snakes, critters, and camping in the woods after dark, can Foskett find new ways to achieve his ultimate goal when the worst winter in years bears down on the trail?
Shortlisted for The Great Outdoors magazine Outdoor Personality of the Year and Book of the Year multiple times, veteran storyteller Keith Foskett lets you join him for a trek across the greatest long-distance hiking trail on Earth. With witty humor, astute observations, and a delightful cast of characters, you’ll discover a compelling narrative that turns the travelogue formula on its head.
The Last Englishman is an extraordinary travel memoir by an experienced long-distance hiker. If you believe there’s more to life than work, yearn for new horizons and challenges, and believe in overcoming adversity, then you’ll love Keith Foskett’s tale of exploration.
Discover The Last Englishman to embark on a journey of tenacity today!
Reviews
"The Pacific Crest Trail is one of the most beautiful and diverse long distance trails in the world. The Last Englishman allows you to experience this amazing trail through the eyes of a thru-hiker. If you cannot take the time to hike the trail, then you should definitely take the time to read about it." (Jennifer Pharr Davis, previous record holder for the fastest thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail)
"It’s rare to find a book that captures the experience of long distance backpacking so well, and that is also fun to read. Fozzie’s account of his Pacific Crest Trail hike is educational, inspirational, and hilarious. A must-read for aspiring thru-hikers and outdoor adventure seekers." (Erik Asorson, The PCT Atlas)
Critic reviews
"I’m not sure if Keith Foskett knows it but he has penned a hiking classic. I just wanted to pack up my bags and head off into the wilderness." (Spencer Vignes, The Observer)
"Telling the true story of a six-month PCT hike from Mexico to Canada, crossing wild desert and mountain and meeting everything from eccentric hikers to rattlesnakes along the way. Easy to read and at times laugh-out-loud funny, it will make you want to pack your rucksack and go." (Rosie Fuller, Adventure Travel magazine)
"Long-distance hiking is tragically romantic: it’s not all about fresh air, aesthetic majesty, and colorful company. This book is refreshingly honest about the difficulties and day-to-day monotony. But it also captures the rewards of this oversized effort to hike the United States end to end." (Andrew Skurka (National Geographic, Adventurer of the Year)
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- TJ
- 23-07-19
A good listen
I really enjoyed this book and listened to it while in the car over a week. I’ve even mentioned it to a guy in work who is in a bit of an adventurer and he reckons he’s now signing up for the PTC next year. I have listened to a similar book about walking the PTC and I did think that reading this may be very much the same and just about a walk along the trail albeit 2640 miles, but no Keith goes into great detail about the trail and about all the great characters and the great people he meets along the way. If I’m being totally honest the only thing I don’t like is the narrators voice, I’m not sure he suits the character especially after listening to Keith’s YouTube channel. I wish Keith had narrated this. That’s the only reason I’m not giving 5 stars
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- catfish
- 23-01-24
Bears blisters and a phobia of snakes
This is a great story of overcoming every hurdle on an epic journey. Wether it’s sun snow and everything in between , all sorts of terrain, it’s all part of the adventure
The kindness of strangers is heartwarming
The lesson for me is freedom is in the wilderness
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
- Kindle Customer
- 20-07-19
Great read, narrator pretending to be american is infuriating
Superb audiobook that would be a 5* rating, but for the incredibly annoying narrator
pronouncing things the american way, i.e numerical words with the 'and' missing.
For instance saying one thousand two, instead of the correct way - one thousand and two.
My little rant, there is english, and then there are mistakes. There is no such thing as american english.
Keith Foskett take a bow. You have motivated me to get off my fat arse and start hill walking again. Thankyou.
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- Richard Bendall
- 18-03-21
Awesome.
I've read a couple of travel and hiking books but fozzys exploits are the ones that make me want to grab my pack and go out doors.
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- Mark J Dilley
- 17-08-20
Great story telling
A great account of the PCT and good narration too. Gotta support the Brit abroad!
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- P.Armstrong
- 31-05-20
Fantastic book
This was the most enjoyable audiobook I have ever listened to. Would love to follow in his footsteps. Loved it!
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- Dr. N. WOODRUFF
- 16-09-22
Heavy going at times
Much better in second listening but also an aid to falling asleep never mind
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- william r
- 28-09-19
excellent adventure tale
An honest, interesting, humorous and inspiring story of real adventure, accessible to all. Packing my bags right now
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- 06-11-20
Great reading
Great topic, numerous stories and great narration. Loved reading about the characters and wonderful list of reasons to do it! Thanks
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- Delroy
- 17-03-21
Inspiration
I couldn't stop listening. I hear the trek calling. especially during these times where our movement is restricted Keith's frank, insightful narration of the freedom he found on the PCT really resonated with me. made me just want to pack my bag and start walking.
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