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Reviewed By... Erik C. Barnum

The small size of this book belies the wealth of information that it contains. Forty-five scenic and interesting short hikes are detailed along with in-depth essays on historical events and the natural environment. All the things you would expect in a good guidebook are here, and it is geared toward walkers of all ages and abilities. Small enough to fit in a day pack, and full of easy to moderate rambles th... read more>>>

 

 
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Reviewed By... Paul Chung

The Appalachian Trail is more than the physical footpath that stretches from Georgia to Maine. For many long distance hikers, especially thru-hikers, the AT is an ever evolving and always rewarding peripatetic culture. In this book you will read about the visionaries, the hard workers, the legends, the hikers, and the trail angels who made, and make, the AT what it is.

 

 
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Reviewed By... Jon Fine

In 2009, 37 year old Lance Armstrong decided to return from retirement after a multi-year absence from his prior seven year dominance of the Tour de France. Besides the interesting snippets of backstory- Strickland has been around Lance and the inner working of the upper levels of competitive cycling for years- the real fascination is watching one of the dominant figures of sport adapting to the new realities of ... read more>>>

 

 
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Reviewed By... Stan Hynds

The Word Freak author hangs a Plimpton on the Denver Broncos when he joins the team as a place kicker for the 2006 training camp and preseason. The NFL has changed a lot since Paper Tiger and Fatsis (who really can routinely nail a 40 yarder by the end of the book) offers a rare glimpse at this strange culture from the inside that is revealing, sobering, and very entertaining.

 

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