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The Last Englishman
- Book 1
- Lu par : Adam Stubbs
- Durée : 11 h et 4 min
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Description
A real-life adventurer. A gruelling pan-American trek. Will one Englishman dare to face his fears?
Shortlisted for Outdoor Book of the Year by The Great Outdoors magazine
Born traveller Keith Foskett had thousands of miles of thru-hiking experience when he prepared for his toughest challenge yet: a gruelling 2,640-mile hike from Mexico to Canada. In a six-month journey along America’s Pacific Crest Trail, he crossed the arid expanses of California’s deserts, the towering peaks of Oregon’s volcanic landscape, and the dense forests of Washington.
Battling phobias of bears, snakes, critters, and camping in the woods after dark, can Foskett find new ways to achieve his ultimate goal when the worst winter in years bears down on the trail?
Shortlisted for The Great Outdoors magazine Outdoor Personality of the Year and Book of the Year multiple times, veteran storyteller Keith Foskett lets you join him for a trek across the greatest long-distance hiking trail on Earth. With witty humor, astute observations, and a delightful cast of characters, you’ll discover a compelling narrative that turns the travelogue formula on its head.
The Last Englishman is an extraordinary travel memoir by an experienced long-distance hiker. If you believe there’s more to life than work, yearn for new horizons and challenges, and believe in overcoming adversity, then you’ll love Keith Foskett’s tale of exploration.
Discover The Last Englishman to embark on a journey of tenacity today!
Reviews
"The Pacific Crest Trail is one of the most beautiful and diverse long distance trails in the world. The Last Englishman allows you to experience this amazing trail through the eyes of a thru-hiker. If you cannot take the time to hike the trail, then you should definitely take the time to read about it." (Jennifer Pharr Davis, previous record holder for the fastest thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail)
"It’s rare to find a book that captures the experience of long distance backpacking so well, and that is also fun to read. Fozzie’s account of his Pacific Crest Trail hike is educational, inspirational, and hilarious. A must-read for aspiring thru-hikers and outdoor adventure seekers." (Erik Asorson, The PCT Atlas)
Commentaires
"I’m not sure if Keith Foskett knows it but he has penned a hiking classic. I just wanted to pack up my bags and head off into the wilderness." (Spencer Vignes, The Observer)
"Telling the true story of a six-month PCT hike from Mexico to Canada, crossing wild desert and mountain and meeting everything from eccentric hikers to rattlesnakes along the way. Easy to read and at times laugh-out-loud funny, it will make you want to pack your rucksack and go." (Rosie Fuller, Adventure Travel magazine)
"Long-distance hiking is tragically romantic: it’s not all about fresh air, aesthetic majesty, and colorful company. This book is refreshingly honest about the difficulties and day-to-day monotony. But it also captures the rewards of this oversized effort to hike the United States end to end." (Andrew Skurka (National Geographic, Adventurer of the Year)
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Global5 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation5 out of 5 stars
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Histoire5 out of 5 stars
- Jacques QUERTON
- 05/09/2020
Introduction to Thru-Hiking
This an excellent introduction to thru-hiking not in terms of thechnic but about the state of your mind while walking. The story telling is perfect but the narator is even better. The combination of both of them make this book a master piece.
''Its not the Destination, its the Journey’' Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Global3 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation3 out of 5 stars
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Histoire3 out of 5 stars
- The James Familly
- 18/08/2019
An OK book.
I think Keith accomplished an amazing achievement and his book has been an eye opener for me. I am more into long distance cycling, but this book has certainly made me think about taking up hiking and, why not, putting th PCT on my bucket list!
However I only gave 3 stars as I find its a bit repetitive and, at times, it can drag on a bit. I sometimes found myself lacking concentration while listening to the narrator and it took me quite a bit of time to finish the book. Maybe that's just down to it being an audio book and the voice of the narrator?? .... If I was able to, it'd be a solid 3.5 stars. I look forward to reading more by the same author.
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Global5 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation5 out of 5 stars
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Histoire5 out of 5 stars
- John E. Wright Jr.
- 31/03/2019
My favorite book of my library
After about 20 audible books, I have found this my absolute favorite, while I'm torn between my favorite running book, and this book. the story of this book is epic. the narrator in the beginning kind of had me iffy. but after chapter 2 you fall love with his style. I don't usually leave reviews. but I did this time and you'll have to find out why
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Global1 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation2 out of 5 stars
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Histoire2 out of 5 stars
- Utilisateur anonyme
- 22/07/2019
Slow paced and overly dramatic
Started listening with great anticipation having read Cheryl Stride's account of her hike of the PCT. Sadly this book is so overly detailed it becomes very tedious to listen to. Got as far as chapter 4 when the drawn-out description of how to order an American breakfast just sent me over the edge...
Narration as well feels forced and over emphasized detracting from the experience.
Sadly had to abandoned the listen.
Possibly interesting to someone who has never hiked and and never been to the States. Rather disappointing.
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Global5 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation5 out of 5 stars
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Histoire5 out of 5 stars
- Randall M. Robinson
- 30/03/2019
Incredible and funny book.
I actually listened to this book on audible. It’s written by an Englishman, and read by an Englishman. This not only works it’s a joy to listen to. Now for the book. It’s destined to be a classic of thru hiking books. The author is funny and has that English since of humor. His descriptions of the trail and people he meets brings this book alive.
I would highly recommend this book to anyone who hikes or just wants to listen/read about an incredible true story, an adventure.
Buy it, you will not be disappointed in the least
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Global2 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation2 out of 5 stars
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Histoire2 out of 5 stars
- Thomas Campbell
- 24/09/2021
What’s the opposite of trail magic?
A common characteristic of a captivating trail narrative is the unexpected cache of humanity from stranger. Unfortunately, the Last Englishman couldn’t be bother to appreciate even the littlest of gifts, resorting to stealing salt and pepper packets. The author’s self-serving behavior overshadow his literary journey.
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Global5 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation4 out of 5 stars
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Histoire5 out of 5 stars
- Utilisateur anonyme
- 18/07/2021
Right there on the Trail
I was looking for an escapist travelogue and wasn’t disappointed. A nice balance of incidents and more mundane details that frame the incidents well. The warmth and inspiration of human connections are nicely woven into the hiking narrative. I took a long while to warm to the narrator, but his voice and tone eventually won me over (at least for the most part). Like a Through Hiker, sad to reach the end.
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Global5 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation5 out of 5 stars
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Histoire5 out of 5 stars
- kevin
- 15/06/2021
Entertaining
Great story telling, hated to see it end. Have read other PCT books that were good but this tops the list.
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Global5 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation5 out of 5 stars
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Histoire5 out of 5 stars
- Ethan Gallogly
- 27/03/2019
This is the book to read about life on the PCT!
This is the book to read if you are considering hiking the PCT. It is also the book to read if you have hiked the PCT and are missing life on trail. From blisters to bliss, agony to angels, bears to bugs, and fighting to friendship – this book has it all. Foskett, aka “Fozzie” beautifully captures the experience of being a thru-hiker on the grueling 2,640-mile Pacific Crest Trail, finding that wonderful balance between trail-life, contextual history, and personal triumph. Foskett is an excellent writer; his memoir is well-written and highly engaging. Two thumbs up!!
Adam Stubbs does an excellent job narrating this book.
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Global5 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation5 out of 5 stars
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Histoire5 out of 5 stars
- Eric K.
- 24/05/2023
Best book about a through hiking!
I’ve read several books on through hiking since I got interested in this topic as my college graduate Daughter is spending time on the Ice Age Trail in Wisconsin this summer.
This book in well written and beautifully illustrates the true nature of through hiking the PCT . From the planning and preparation to the actual hiking day in and day out itself. The characters are real people who all share in the story recreated in words . I feel that I personally walked on the PCT with everyone and can actually believe I’ve met each and every hiker who trekked this trek together.
This isn’t just a good book about through hiking , It’s just a great book. I enjoyed ever moment and each step of the trail.
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Global5 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation5 out of 5 stars
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Histoire5 out of 5 stars
- PCT HIKER
- 06/05/2023
Enjoyed listening to Fozzie's book again.
Every thru hiking experience is different, as demonstated by the many hiking books I've read. This author is humorous & entertaining. Listened to his PCT book again while preparing to hike sections of the PCT (1000 miles or so) yet to complete. Fozzie doesn't sugar-coat the hardships that one encounters on backpacking, like many do. Thru hiking is strenuous but so rewarding. I've read Fozzie's other books but am still waiting for him to write a book on the CDT! What gives? Thanks to the author for sharing his experiences. BTW, the AT book was excellent as well!
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Global4 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation5 out of 5 stars
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Histoire4 out of 5 stars
- avery
- 24/04/2023
Will get more of his books
Enjoyable story, wish there was a little more meat about locations- will be listening to the one about the AT next! Narration was very good.
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Global4 out of 5 stars
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Interprétation2 out of 5 stars
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Histoire4 out of 5 stars
- Katharina Krächan
- 15/03/2019
Overall a good book
what I liked: finally a pct book where the author didn't finish without a problem (save blisters and weight). this book seems more honest. there's more crying and breaking down and thinking about quitting. I got a feeling for what it is like hiking in deep snow and bad weather and that's not something other author manage to bring across like that.
what I didn't like: I'm the begining I wanted to stop listening because I thought the author was a jerk. but I kept going and came to the realization that it's the narrator that just makes everything sounds like he's an idiot. you get used to it but it still to the end sounded weird to me. also there is so much name-dropping. we don't need to know the name of single person if you meet twenty hikers at a camp. just say you met a bunch of other hikers.
I'd say this book is worth it if you're looking for an honest pct story, as long as you can get over the fact that the way this book is read makes everyone sound like a jerk.
