Coming of Age On The Appalachian Trail

Whether you hike or not, this outdoor adventure shares one man’s phenomenal expeditions of courage and heart across the rugged hillsides and mountain-scapes of the often-unforgiving Appalachian Trail. Boldly penned, Coming of Age on the Appalachian Trail by Barry J. Veden is an original collection comprised of short vignettes that are largely autobiographical and speak through a number of characters inspired by very real people and places. These journeys teach readers that “coming of age” can happen in the middle of one’s life and can happen more than once. The author’s message is that life is a constant learning experience. Beginning with his first trip, the book includes other solo hiking adventures along the man-made footpath that majestically winds its way from Georgia to Maine. Through injury and inclement weather, the author was at times forced to rely on a higher power, which has served him well in his life and on the trail.