Deciding to try something new, I started reading Bill Bryson's A Walk in the Woods. I am not usually a fan of nonfiction or journalism which this book combines into a captivating new writing and retelling style. I was most interested in this book because I live in Western North Carolina, where the Appalachian Trail travels through the area. I have heard many people speak of hiking the trail and parts of the trail on weekends and vacations. Bryson sheads an intimate light on the journey of hiking the trail that I found interesting and refreshing. The book isn't just a journal of facts, it reads just like a novel. Even if this book wasn't a true story, it would still be a great piece of fiction. Bryson is a terrific writer and makes the travel intriguing and the characters they meet along the way feel real. I read the movie-tie in cover version, as pictured, and I just love this cover way more than the original. I would love to see the film after reading this. I hope it exceeds my expectations, but it might be difficult to expect that considering Bryson's writing style was really what made the book. I hope the filmmakers can translate Bryson's writing style according. I definitely recommend this book to those interesting in nature and travel, but also those who love to focus on character in fiction. Bryson makes the people he meets along the way come to life. Great read and I will surely recommend it to others!
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