Soul, Sweat and Survival on the Pacific Crest Trail

This is a book of raw power---Hostel ran a marathon a day, primarily alone, for 2600 miles over the jagged, volcanic spine of the Pacific west---yet a book of unexpected grace. The voice of this crusty runner becomes as mysteriously engaging as the wilderness he crosses. By trail's end, my awe had given way to animal jealousy. I will forever lament that Holtel's experience was not my own.--- Ken Moore, former Olympic Marathoner.