The Trail: a novel

ISBN: 1737419203

Author: Gallogly, Ethan

Condition: New

A Transformative Journey on the John Muir Trail WINNER OF TWO LITERARY AWARDSA NEXT GEN INDIE BOOK AWARD FINALISTIn Kirkus Reviews BEST BOOKS OF 2021 issue"UNRESERVEDLY RECOMMENDED" -Midwest Book ReviewSet authentically in the High Sierra, The Trail is a moving story showing how nature helps us find whats missing in our lives.The Trail is fused with humor, philosophy, and trail lore. Woven in is a back story detailing the origins of the John Muir Trail: a 211-mile trail spanning the rooftop of the Sierra Nevada from Yosemite Valley to Mount Whitney, the highest peak in the continental United States.The tale begins with Gil, who in the wake of his fathers death and recently fired from his job, agrees to accompany his fathers old hiking partner Syd on a month-long trek on the John Muir Trail. Theres just one problem: Gil hates camping and is woefully unprepared for the rigors of the journey. Moreover, he soon learns Syd may not survive the hike.Former Sierra Club leader Ethan Gallogly takes you on a wild tour across the Range of Light, describing its glorious scenery in vivid detail while introducing you to a diverse cast of characters drawn from his own personal experiences as a hiker.Its a beautifully crafted book, with 43 maps and sketches by acclaimed mountain illustrator Jeremy Ashcroft, showing the topography of each section in clear three-dimensional renderings and peppered with drawings of the trails iconic scenery, like the Muir Hut, the Rock Monster, and Evolution Lake. Whether youre a hiker, armchair explorer, or someone trying to find whats really meaningful in life-this book is for you.PRAISE FOR THE TRAILThe author shines in his descriptions of the natural world... A subtle and vivid tale of finding peace in the great outdoors.- Kirkus ReviewsExceptional, original, entertaining, informative an inherently fascinating read from cover to cover unreservedly recommended.- Midwest Book ReviewIts a fantastic book. Everything rings true. I already have several people I plan to give copies to.- Elizabeth Wenk, author of the best-selling John Muir Trail guidebookA Walk in the Woods meets Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance.- Peter Snow Cao, Bike China AdventuresA wonderful blend of High Sierra history, eloquent descriptions of the ranges glorious scenery, and fascinating vignettes of the diverse characters who roam the John Muir Trail.- Steve Roper, Sierra historian and author of Sierra High RouteThe Trail leaves the reader with a poignant picture of how nature can heal and reconstruct us.- Alyssa Matesic, ASM EditorialABOUT THE AUTHOREthan Gallogly, PhD (Po) has been a leader in the Sierra Club, the Cal Hiking and Outdoors Society, and the Outdoors Club of Southern California. His boots have covered countless miles in the Sierra, including the John Muir Trail, High Sierra Trail, Theodore Solomons Trail, and over half of the Pacific Crest Trail. He was a reviewer for the Wilderness Press guides Sierra North, Sierra South, and Yosemite National Park.FOR READERS OFBill Brysons A Walk in the Woods, Cheryl Strayeds Wild, and Ben Montgomerys Grandma Gatewoods Walk.