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Grandma Gatewood'S Walk: The Inspiring Story Of The Woman Who Saved The Appalachian Trail
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Winner Of The 2014 National Outdoor Book Awards For History/Biographyemma Gatewood Told Her Family She Was Going On A Walk And Left Her Small Ohio Hometown With A Change Of Clothes And Less Than Two Hundred Dollars. The Next Anybody Heard From Her, This Genteel, Farmreared, 67Yearold Greatgrandmother Had Walked 800 Miles Along The 2,050Mile Appalachian Trail. And In September 1955, Having Survived A Rattlesnake Strike, Two Hurricanes, And A Runin With Gangsters From Harlem, She Stood Atop Maines Mount Katahdin. There She Sang The First Verse Of America, The Beautiful And Proclaimed, I Said Ill Do It, And Ive Done It.Grandma Gatewood, As The Reporters Called Her, Became The First Woman To Hike The Entire Appalachian Trail Alone, As Well As The First Personman Or Womanto Walk It Twice And Three Times. Gatewood Became A Hiking Celebrity And Appeared On Tv And In The Pages Of Sports Illustrated. The Public Attention She Brought To The Littleknown Footpath Was Unprecedented. Her Vocal Criticism Of The Lousy, Difficult Stretches Led To Bolstered Maintenance, And Very Likely Saved The Trail From Extinction.Author Ben Montgomery Was Given Unprecedented Access To Gatewoods Own Diaries, Trail Journals, And Correspondence, And Interviewed Surviving Family Members And Those She Met Along Her Hike, All To Answer The Question So Many Asked: Why Did She Do It? The Story Of Grandma Gatewood Will Inspire Readers Of All Ages By Illustrating The Full Power Of Human Spirit And Determination. Even Those Who Know Of Gatewood Dont Know The Full Storya Story Of Triumph From Pain, Rebellion From Brutality, Hope From Suffering.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Grandma Gatewood's Walk' about? A: 'Grandma Gatewood's Walk' tells the inspiring story of Emma Gatewood, a 67-year-old grandmother who became the first woman to hike the entire Appalachian Trail alone. The book explores her journey, challenges, and the impact she made on the trail.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Grandma Gatewood's Walk' is Ben Montgomery, who had access to Gatewood's diaries and interviews with her family to provide a comprehensive account of her life and adventures.
- Q: What are the key themes in the book? A: Key themes include perseverance, the human spirit, and the importance of nature. The book highlights how Gatewood overcame personal and physical challenges during her hiking journey.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: Yes, 'Grandma Gatewood's Walk' is suitable for readers of all ages, with its inspiring story appealing to both younger and older audiences.
- Q: What is the book's publication date? A: 'Grandma Gatewood's Walk' was published on April 1, 2014.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 288 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Grandma Gatewood's Walk' is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: What awards has this book received? A: 'Grandma Gatewood's Walk' won the 2014 National Outdoor Book Awards for History/Biography, recognizing its contribution to outdoor literature.
- Q: Can this book help inspire my own hiking adventures? A: Yes, the story of Grandma Gatewood is motivational and can inspire readers to pursue their own hiking adventures and embrace the outdoors.
- Q: Where can I purchase 'Grandma Gatewood's Walk'? A: 'Grandma Gatewood's Walk' is available for purchase through various online retailers and local bookstores.