Northbound With Theo Spiral-Bound | 2022-05-03

Soren West

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2,200 miles, February till October, all sorts of weather! After 46 years as a trial attorney, Soren West and his golden retriever, Theo, set out to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail. Soren loses 30 pounds, has a tooth reset, and his shoulder repaired. But he also meets wild people, unscalable rocks, and night-time frights on this "life-changing adventure," all the way with Theo! Soren West discovered the woods as both adventure and refuge from a difficult home life as a 12-year-old. This book is for: --Hikers --Pet lovers --Anyone who likes huge challenges --Nature lovers --Readers who like "life-changing adventures"
Publisher: Independent Publishers Group
Original Binding: Trade Paperback
Pages: 384 pages
ISBN-10: 1947597469
Item Weight: 1.3 lbs
Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.8 x 8.5 inches
"What truly sets this memoir apart from the many others written about Appalachian Trail thru-hikes is West's poignant, analytical reflections. Few have done that so well." --Brian B. King Publisher at the Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Soren West grew up in suburban Connecticut where he spent a lot of time in the woods near his home. After 46 years as a trial lawyer, he fulfilled the dream of his lifetime by thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail with his dog Theo. This is his story, along with 202 of his engaging photos.