The good
- You learn a little about US history, natural history, and national parks.
- The scenes where Katz and Bryson are interacting can be genuinely funny.
- The book does a good job of balancing both the adventure, peace, and appreciation of being out in nature, but also all the hard work, discomforts, and other downsides.
The not so good
- Parts of the book can be slow and boring, presumably much like hiking itself.
- Not a lot actually happens—it really is just about two guys doing a lot of walking.
Overall
A nice, relaxing book, occasionally funny, occasionally boring, occasionally charming. Makes me want to go on a (short) hike!
