Who wrote A Walk in the Woods?

Bill Bryson wrote A Walk in the Woods, first published in 1998. It is a work of travel and is rated 'Editor's Choice' in our catalogue.

Is there a book club guide for A Walk in the Woods?

Yes — Book Verdict has a free reading guide for A Walk in the Woods with key themes and five original discussion questions at https://247bookverdict.com/reading-guides/bill-bryson-a-walk-in-the-woods/.

Editor's Choice

A Walk in the Woods

Name: A Walk in the Woods
Author: Bill Bryson

by Bill Bryson · 1998

Travel · ranked #1 in category

Reviewed by the Book Verdict editorial team

Two unfit friends attempt the Appalachian Trail; very funny, with real love for wild places.

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The verdict

Category: Travel
First published: 1998 · 1990s
Author: Bill Bryson
Standing: Editor's Choice

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