I consider AWOL on the Appalachian Trail one of the best books written about the AT. It is by David Miller who now publishes the A.T. Guide each year.
David Miller was a programmer when he decided to thru-hike the AT. Unable to obtain a Leave Of Absence (LOA), he still decides to take off on his thru-hike, but hedging his bet the first few weeks by using up his vacation before his boss processes his letter of resignation (thus Away With Out Leave). He has a wife and children at home, and a brother who had thru-hiked several years before (in jeans just like our own Mountain Mike). Miller writes in a daily journal format, but weaves his story so it flows better than just reading a normal trail journal. One of the greatest strengths of the book is that he helps you feel like you are there with him. He shares both the highs and the lows, painting what I believe is a realistic picture. He shares both what he is experiencing and how he feels about it. He comes across as a guy you would want to be friends with and hike with.
I would recommend this book for anyone who is planning a thru-hike, wants to know more about hiking the AT, or enjoys reading about other peoples adventures.
Rate: 5/5
http://www.amazon.com/AWOL-Appalachian-Trail-David-Miller/dp/0547745524/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1388033936&sr=8-1&keywords=awol
David Miller was a programmer when he decided to thru-hike the AT. Unable to obtain a Leave Of Absence (LOA), he still decides to take off on his thru-hike, but hedging his bet the first few weeks by using up his vacation before his boss processes his letter of resignation (thus Away With Out Leave). He has a wife and children at home, and a brother who had thru-hiked several years before (in jeans just like our own Mountain Mike). Miller writes in a daily journal format, but weaves his story so it flows better than just reading a normal trail journal. One of the greatest strengths of the book is that he helps you feel like you are there with him. He shares both the highs and the lows, painting what I believe is a realistic picture. He shares both what he is experiencing and how he feels about it. He comes across as a guy you would want to be friends with and hike with.
I would recommend this book for anyone who is planning a thru-hike, wants to know more about hiking the AT, or enjoys reading about other peoples adventures.
Rate: 5/5
http://www.amazon.com/AWOL-Appalachian-Trail-David-Miller/dp/0547745524/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1388033936&sr=8-1&keywords=awol
The road to glory cannot be followed with much baggage.
Richard Ewell, CSA General
Richard Ewell, CSA General