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AWOL on the Appalachian Trail

By: David Miller
Narrated by: Christopher Lane
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Summary

In 2003, software engineer David Miller left his job, family, and friends to fulfill a dream and hike the Appalachian Trail. AWOL on the Appalachian Trail is Miller’s account of this thru-hike along the entire 2,172 miles from Georgia to Maine. On page after page, readers are treated to rich descriptions of the valleys and mountains, the isolation and reverie, the inspiration that fueled his quest, and the life-changing moments that can only be experienced when dreams are pursued. While this book abounds with introspection and perseverance, it also provides useful passages about safety and proper gear, showing a professional hiker’s preparations and tenacity. This is not merely a travel guide, but a beautifully written and highly personal view into one man’s adventure and what it means to make a lifelong vision come true.

© 2010 by David Miller. ℗ 2012 Brilliance Audio, all rights reserved.

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“AWOL on the Appalachian Trail offers readers an intimate grasp and vivid portrayal of the pure beauty and inspiring landscape of the Appalachian Mountains and valleys…Whether an armchair traveler or an active outdoors enthusiast, AWOL on the Appalachian Trail is very highly recommended reading as a first-hand narrative of an incredible journey spanning the entire length of the Appalachian country.” —Midwest Book Review

“Readers who are considering the Trail or who simply enjoy being in the outdoors will find this book most appealing, but Miller’s talent should bring him an even larger audience.” —Jeff Minick, Smoky Mountain News

“Miller is a wonderful writer who expresses the emotions as well as the facts of the world’s most famous hiking trail…I enjoyed [AWOL on the Appalachian Trail] more than any AT book I’ve read.” —Robert Hughes, Florida Today Newspaper
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An awesome way to learn more about this epic hike from somone who overcome every challenge and complete this hike. There are some great lessons in this book, has inspired me to go out and hike some more.

Engaging account of completing an epic hike.

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This is a book about hiking. I really enjoyed it. But I’m a hiker. I’d imagine it might not be as great for non hikers. But I really like the story and the way it was told. Unlike many other hiking books it managed to avoid the drudgery of hiking: sleep eat hike repeat.

A good hiking book.

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I really enjoyed this yarn. A very interesting and enjoyable story of a trek along the AT. The author gives a frank recount of the people he meets, and his trials and tribulations along the way; but also lots of good memories and experiences, without endlessly lamenting the bad parts, as other authors seem to.

I’d happily listen to this one again, and probably will :-D

Happy Trail

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Inspiration and true reflection on every day life struggles while enjoying this trail through the storytellers lens.

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simple story, no major revelation about an internal reflection journey yet left me thinking i was on the trail and had a calmness effec
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felt like i was walking the trail too

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