Oh, you've got to hear about this incredible adventure! Kevin Fedarko, the guy who brought us "The Emerald Mile," is back with a tale that's as wild as it is inspiring. Picture this: two friends, zero preparation, and one absolutely bonkers dream. Fedarko's best buddy, Pete McBride, a National Geographic photographer, comes to him with this idea—a walk through the Grand Canyon, end to end. Sounds like a walk in the park, right? Well, not so much.
This journey, a whopping 750 miles, turned out to be one of the toughest hikes in the world. They were out there for over a year, facing cliffs and ledges that would make your stomach drop, and water so scarce they had to measure it out by the teaspoon. It was an ordeal that pushed them to their limits and revealed a side of the Grand Canyon that's deeper and richer than anyone could imagine.
But it wasn't just about the struggle. Along the way, they discovered secret pockets of enchantment, places so magical that only a handful of people have ever seen them. They met members of the canyon's Native American tribes, who shared layers of history that made them question everything they thought they knew about our national parks. And even Fedarko's dying father, who had never set foot in the canyon, opened his eyes to a new way of seeing the landscape.
This book, "A Walk in the Park," is a singular portrait of a sublime place. It's a plea for the preservation of America's greatest natural treasure, a place that's austere and unforgiving yet suffused with magic and wonder. The New York Times Book Review calls it a triumph, and The Wall Street Journal says it's passionate, memorable, and life-affirming.
So, if you're looking for a story that's going to take you on an epic adventure and leave you in awe, this is it. Trust me, you won't be able to put it down. It's a journey that will make you laugh, cry, and see the world in a whole new way. Don't miss out on this incredible tale!
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