Finding Myself on the Appalachian Trail

De: Richard Antony

Narrado por: Virtual Voice

The story begins as Jim is experiencing a mid-life crisis. Divorced for five years, he recently lost his job. Although he understands he needs to reboot his life, he’s unsure how to do that. Ultimately, he decides that hiking at least a portion of the Appalachian Trail might help him see a way forward.
Following several months of physical training and logistical preparation, Jim and his younger brother begin the hike from Springer Mountain, Georgia. Over the next 5 months, Jim experiences periods of doubt, fear, exhilaration, loneliness, compassion, and joy. He meets individuals from every walk of life, all of whom, he discovers, has something of value to teach him. Despite the many challenges of trail life, Jim ultimately reaches Mount Katahdin, a far wiser, and more purpose-driven individual.
The first of a 4-book series, this is an uplifting and memorable story that explores the lure of the AT, the transformative power of nature, and the importance of being open to change. Viewed as an allegory, it demonstrates that individuals have the power to literally change the trajectory of their lives.
Book 2: Back from the Appalachian Trail
Book 3: The Journey Continues
Book 4: Journey's End

Inspirational.

I have read any books about the Appalachian Trail. Jim’s story, detailed like an engineer was engaging and raw. Having hiked through many of the same places I could envision myself walking alongside him, but desired to go where I haven’t gone before. What moved me the most was how Jim’s journey to find himself became a journey to impact others along the way. This is, by far, the best book I have ever read on the trail. Well done, Jim! Thank you for sharing this story with us! Many more hike like you do!

Beautiful

There are some flaws with the digital voice, but it’s a beautiful story of a true hero’s journey.

Amazing story if it’s actually true…

I enjoyed the story a good bit, but, the odds of all of that stuff happening and working out flawlessly and him ending up as something of a hero about 5 different times seems pretty far fetched. But hey if it really all went down that way then it’s an awesome story.

READER BE AWARE: This Book is a Work of Fiction

When I started listening to this story I didn't realize this was a fictional book. My annoyance at this "thru hike" grew with each passing chapter. Inconsistencies and misinformation with the real trail and a true thru hike rubbed me the wrong way throughout. I was convinced the author had used AI to write the entire journey. THEN I realized it was a work of fiction. That changed everything. Realizing it wasn't an actual hike made this story much more enjoyable.
As a work of Christian fiction it was worth the read
If you aren't a fan of Christian fiction then you may not appreciate it as much.

Well priced - at free

Like most who attempt these odysseys, I thought I had prepared, having read long and hard about the PCT, the CDT and also others accounts of the AT. However my attempt at being a through reader on this particular book has failed, I am at best a section reader having been injured by the author’s account of career counseling of other hikers, and then embarking on a similar climb when offering advice on family challenges being experienced by his brother. The discussions may have happened on the trail, but add nothing to my learning of the trail or the emotions of hikers, and they made this chronicle unreadable for me.

I’m leaving this book unfinished and once I heal, I will try the journey again through someone else’s eyes.