A review by robertrivasplata
Wanderlust: A History of Walking by Rebecca Solnit

5.0

History of the conceptualization, idea, & geography of walking. Begins with early modern walking, "rambling" , promenading, pacing, & strolling. Discusses spiritual, political, practical, & even artistic aspects of walking. This is a book I should have read 20 years ago when it first came out, especially the discussions of the political roles of walking or marching & about the modern view of walking's "obsolescence", & the modern city planning decisions that flowed from that view. I've occasionally felt like I've had to justify my walking to others, never realizing that someone had already done the job for me! Wanderlust also made me feel like I should get up and go for a walk more. I feel like I can't recommend this book to anyone, since I feel like I need to recommend it to everyone!