Bryson describes the physical toll of longdistance hiking from "summary" of A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson
Bill Bryson vividly portrays the harsh reality of subjecting oneself to long-distance hiking in his book 'A Walk in the Woods'. He paints a graphic picture of the toll that such an undertaking can have on the human body. Bryson spares no detail in recounting the physical hardships he endured while traversing the Appalachian Trail. From the excruciating pain in his feet to the unbearable weight of his backpack, he leaves no aspect untouched. Bryson's descriptions of the blisters on his feet are particularly poignant. He recounts how they became so painful that every step felt like agony. The constant friction and pressure caused by his hiking boots left his feet raw and blistered. Despite his best efforts to alleviate the pain, he found little relief. Each new day brought fresh discomfort, making progress on the trail an uphill battle, both figuratively and literally. The weight of ...
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