Monte Recommends: A Very Long Walk
These true stories share the extraordinary impact of long walks that went very right or very wrong, plus a local hiking guide to get you started on your long walk.
A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson
Bill Bryson can get a giggle with his snarky cynicism on most any topic; this book just happens to be his journey along the Appalachian Trail alongside an old friend. Enjoy his new experiences and his annoyances equally.