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A review by jbethke
AWOL on the Appalachian Trail by David Miller
3.0
This is the fourth AT book that I've read, and the fourth that I've rated 3/5 on goodreads. Obviously, I don't come back to them because I find them riveting, however, there is something to experiencing the AT through different people's eyes and imagining myself doing the same (especially stuck at home during these social distancing mandates).
David Miller, also known as AWOL, documents his traverse of the AT as father, husband, and software engineer after quitting his job to hike. I found his style of commentary a little detached, as if he were a reporter, only occasionally dipping into deep feelings and reflection on his life as he makes his journey. However, the Epilogue makes several meaningful insights into how his life has changed and his outlook has broadened more so than the previous chapters.
I will continue to find new accounts of the AT, because it is a great form of escapism for me. As someone who has never even been camping, I like to hold out that there is a possibility of doing something drastically new and reckless in my life, despite my commitments, personal fitness, and other's opinions.
David Miller, also known as AWOL, documents his traverse of the AT as father, husband, and software engineer after quitting his job to hike. I found his style of commentary a little detached, as if he were a reporter, only occasionally dipping into deep feelings and reflection on his life as he makes his journey. However, the Epilogue makes several meaningful insights into how his life has changed and his outlook has broadened more so than the previous chapters.
I will continue to find new accounts of the AT, because it is a great form of escapism for me. As someone who has never even been camping, I like to hold out that there is a possibility of doing something drastically new and reckless in my life, despite my commitments, personal fitness, and other's opinions.