AWOL on the Appalachian Trail, David Miller
AWOL on the Appalachian Trail, David Miller
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AWOL on the Appalachian Trail

Author: David Miller

Narrator: Christopher Lane

Unabridged: 10 hr 34 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 11/20/2012

Synopsis

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.

About David Miller

David Miller is a software engineer, handyman, and writer. His book The A.T. Guide, which is updated annually, is considered a leading guidebook for those wishing to hike the Appalachian Trail. The author, his wife, and their three children reside in Titusville, Florida.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Emma on December 30, 2011

I'm a sucker for any long-distance hiking anything book. They give me a false sense of "I could totally do that," even though I get cranky if I don't shower every morning and the longest hike I've ever taken was 6 hours, and that was 16 years ago, and it was ONE time, and I'm pretty sure I complaine......more

Goodreads review by Jay on June 02, 2021

"...the pleasure and contentment I felt on the trail far outweighed the adversity. Even on the most exasperating days, I never considered quitting." This quote sums up the author's recounting of his 146 day/2,172 mile hike from Georgia to Maine on the Appalachian Trail in 2003. He suffered through s......more

Goodreads review by Theresa on August 05, 2018

I listened to this memoir be narrated. Unfortunately, the whole time I couldn’t help but compare it A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson, which is another recounting of hiking the Appalachian Trail, only that book is very funny and there seemed to be more harrowing moments. This memoir was too dry, al......more

Goodreads review by P.J. on July 03, 2013

In 1981 Chris Miller, having graduated from High School and not ready to go to college, took off hiking around Florida. Then after a couple weeks he hitchhiked to Georgia and started hiking the Appalachian Trail--no tent, no stove, no money, no plan. When he got to Damascus, VA, having accomplished......more

Goodreads review by Cindy on October 31, 2022

I did start this in 2018 sort of but didn’t pick it up again until this year when I decided to deep dive reading about the AT. I enjoyed this.......more

Quotes

“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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