Customer reviews
A Motivational Journey. I really enjoyed this book. I was very inspired by Peter’s life and the manner in which he set out to discover the soul of America. The book was written in a way that allowed me to feel as if I was on the journey with him. A Walk Across America both motivated me and challenged me to discover the answers to questions that I seek.
timeless. I just read this book for the first time. My father in law recommended it to me. I enjoyed the story of Peter Jenkins’ adventure.
Amateurish prose. I believe Mr. Jenkins must have been paid by the exclamation point, so liberal is he with their use. While his story should be interesting to the wanderers among us, his telling of it is so hamfisted that I just couldn’t bear to continue. Jenkins needs a harsher editor or better yet, a ghost-writer. This book reads like a high-school senior’s lengthy “personal narrative” for a college admissions essay. But perhaps I’m being too generous.
What a walk!. I found this book to be one that I couldn’t put down. Peter’s walk was very inspirational to me. As a person who will be entering the real world shortly, it gave me great insight. I admire Peter for taking the time to discover who is was as a person. During his walk, he not only learned more about himself, but also about those around him. Viewpoints and lifestyles were shared with Peter from people living in small towns to those living in bigger cities. What a great perspective I gained on life itself. This is a must read for anyone who is ready to move to a different part of their life! All of the bases were covered in this book!
MY ALL TIME FAVORITE BOOK. I have read A Walk Across America (and A Walk West) so many times, I’m on my third set of paperbacks! I have traveled this great country for years and appreciate Mr. Jenkins’ capture of the honest, wonderful spirit and diversity of America and her people. A Walk Across America takes you on a truly uplifting journey.