by Jason Wilson
First published 2011
From the Appalachian Trail to the Tanzanian savanna, "The Best American Travel Writing 2011" takes readers on a whirlwind journey. Renowned essayists recount their brushes with awe-inspiring landscapes, cultural clashes, and profound self-discovery. Poignant, funny, and bittersweet, these stories capture the highs and lows of going off the beaten path.
Genres: travel, adventure, non-fiction
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: self-discovery
Setting: Africa, Appalachian Trail, Tanzania
288 pages · Paperback · Mariner Books