Any recently released good books?
Am putting my Christmas list together and usually like to get a book on the AT. Does anyone know of any recently release memiors on the AT? By "recent" I'm thinking 2009 and 2010.
Take a look at the Barefoot Sisters books. I've just finished reading Southbound, the first, and imo it's a superbly written, well-observed account of the thru-hiking experience. I'm awaiting delivery of the Walking Home sequel, so I can't yet vouch for it, but the reviews I've seen are good.Originally Posted by amac
In Southbound, the fact that the sisters hiked much of the trail barefoot is not the be-all and end-all of their story, just an important part. What distinguishes the book, moreso, is that two very smart, articulate, thoughtful young people have written an excellent, thorough account of most all aspects of a through-hiking adventure.
The more miles, the merrier!
NH4K: 21/48; N.E.4K: 25/67; NEHH: 28/100; Northeast 4K: 27/115; AT: 124/2191
I recently finished Hiking Through by Paul V. Stutzman (2010 I think?). He has a great story and some interesting opinions. I recommend it.
"Turn from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it." -Psalm 34:14
miss janet told me shes spending more time on the book shes been writting cause it may be the best use of her out of workasstime.lol.
http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showthread.php?t=58070 Released less than a year ago. A review may be forthcoming in a coming ALDHA Newsletter.
Just Passin' Thru: A Vintage Store, the Appalachian Trail, and a Cast of Unforgettable Characters By Winton porter
Wilderness is not a luxury but a necessity of the human spirit, and as vital to our lives as water and good bread.
-Edward Abbey
sucks when your friend writes a book and you havent read it.like no one has a copy to lend? hello?i got 50 cents here. im in the damm thing! gimmi that book!
You're in Winton Porter's book?
Wilderness is not a luxury but a necessity of the human spirit, and as vital to our lives as water and good bread.
-Edward Abbey
no. just kidding. why and or how could i be?
idiot hikes and quits? chapter 4. when we last saw dale arden and flash "matthewski " gordon,.....
meanwhile back at mean emporer"baltimore jack" ming the mercylesses castle,.......
but the rock people led by proffessor "zelph" zarcoff.....and
Well I'm suppose to get a copy of it tomorrow. If you want i'll send it to you when I'm done readin it.
Wilderness is not a luxury but a necessity of the human spirit, and as vital to our lives as water and good bread.
-Edward Abbey
A Road More or Less Travelled by Otis & Roberts.
Check it out for a southbound perspective.
It is a bit "different".
What? Me worry??
Finding Odyssa
I just finished reading Finding Odyssa by Jennifer Pharr-Davis and just gave it to my 18 year old daughter to read.
It was one of the best books I've read on the AT in quite a while. I couldn't put it down and read it in 2 days.
I would highly recommend it as a gift to yourself or to another.
The Bamaman (AT '81)
aka Milo Garcia and The Parapackers
Recently seen at Main Street Coffee
Franklin, NC
I did this with Barefoot Sisters: Walking Home. As good, imo, as the first. Simply a continuation. NOBO, the focus more on the people and the relationships than in SOBO. Very well written. Very much enjoyed. Will be lending it to all my friends and family, if not putting it under their Christmas trees.
The more miles, the merrier!
NH4K: 21/48; N.E.4K: 25/67; NEHH: 28/100; Northeast 4K: 27/115; AT: 124/2191
certaianly not new, but i just finished reading the new edition of AWOL on the Appalachian Trail. loved it!
I looked at those books at REI and they are EXPENSIVE! I didnt get one!
Chapter 11 Minnesota Smith
Wilderness is not a luxury but a necessity of the human spirit, and as vital to our lives as water and good bread.
-Edward Abbey
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