Life in Pursuit
Hiking the 11 National Scenic Trails
by Ryan Bunting
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Pub Date 1 Aug 2023 | Archive Date 5 Jul 2023
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Description
A single footstep becomes two. A single mile becomes thousands. A single trail becomes many. A single goal becomes a life. A life becomes a home.
Ryan Bunting became the youngest person to thru-hike all 11 National Scenic Trails of the United States at the age of 27. In less than six years he hiked over 18,000 miles through wilderness, through roads, and through trails bound in their finite ending to embrace the infinite.
The Appalachian Trail, the Pacific Crest Trail, the Continental Divide Trail, the Pacific Northwest Trail, the Ice Age Trail, the Arizona Trail, the Florida Trail, the Natchez Trace Trail, the Potomac Heritage Trail, the New England Trail, and the behemoth of them all the North Country Trail make up the National Scenic Trails.
Life in Pursuit becomes less about the physical activity of hiking and becomes a look into a life of obsession. The trials and obstacles of a life lived for the pursuit of the next trail. Stories, moments, and challenges of each hike are told through the lens of a perception that changes into a reality.
The trail has an end point, the mind does not. When the trail ends the person continues to change. A trail is the physical manifestation of a journey. This book is the emotional manifestation of the endless journey of life, the endless journey of a life in pursuit.
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Featured Reviews
Abigail L, Librarian
In this gripping memoir, Ryan Bunting shares his incredible feat of thru-hiking all 11 National Scenic Trails, inspiring readers with his passion for adventure and the boundless possibilities of the great outdoors.
With each page, Bunting's heartfelt narrative pulls you into the world of long-distance hiking, offering a glimpse into the challenges, triumphs, and profound moments of self-discovery that come with such a remarkable pursuit. Through his captivating storytelling, he paints a vivid picture of the Appalachian Trail, the Pacific Crest Trail, and other iconic trails that form the backbone of the American wilderness.
Sue E, Reviewer
In this book, the author takes readers on an extraordinary adventure through the rugged landscapes of the United States. As the youngest person to ever thru-hike all 11 National Scenic Trails, Bunting's story is one of determination, perseverance, and a deep love for the wilderness. This work goes beyond the physical aspect of hiking and delves into the emotional and mental landscapes of a life dedicated to exploration. Bunting's candid portrayal of the trials and triumphs along the way is both inspiring and relatable.
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