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Longtime readers have come to understand that Outside’s true gift is in chronicling misadventure. That’s the common thread among the stories found in Out There—those memorable tales that begin with the promise that, even if no one’s life is necessarily hanging in the balance, something may go horribly awry at any moment, and that documenting this misfortune will inevitably yield rich comedic material or a surprisingly poignant moment. Or sometimes both. Out There chronicles fringe athletes, fitness freaks, and others obsessed by ill-advised dreams. It takes us to far-flung places no sane person would want to go. What ties this collection together are the incredible voices of legendary Outside contributors such as David Quammen, Tim Cahill, Susan Orlean, Wells Tower, Christopher Solomon, Patrick Symmes, Taffy Brodesser-Akner, Nick Paumgarten, and many others, who turn their subjects into literary gold and have helped to keep Outside in business for more than forty years.
Longtime readers have come to understand that Outside’s true gift is in chronicling misadventure. That’s the common thread among the stories found in Out There—those memorable tales that begin with...
Longtime readers have come to understand that Outside’s true gift is in chronicling misadventure. That’s the common thread among the stories found in Out There—those memorable tales that begin with the promise that, even if no one’s life is necessarily hanging in the balance, something may go horribly awry at any moment, and that documenting this misfortune will inevitably yield rich comedic material or a surprisingly poignant moment. Or sometimes both. Out There chronicles fringe athletes, fitness freaks, and others obsessed by ill-advised dreams. It takes us to far-flung places no sane person would want to go. What ties this collection together are the incredible voices of legendary Outside contributors such as David Quammen, Tim Cahill, Susan Orlean, Wells Tower, Christopher Solomon, Patrick Symmes, Taffy Brodesser-Akner, Nick Paumgarten, and many others, who turn their subjects into literary gold and have helped to keep Outside in business for more than forty years.
This is a great read for travelers and adventurers. Outside Magazine always publishes quality content- this time centered around essays that detail the mishaps that can happen during even the most thought-out travel plans. Certainly an entertaining read while in the comfort of your own home.
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If there was ever a book I was grateful for being an ebook, this is it. What a wonderfully oversized compilation of stories selected by Outsider Magazine. While I'm familiar with some of these authors, all of the stories were new to me, which was great.It was also a nice intro to new to me authors without needing to commit to a full book of their work. It was good to see some old favorites in here, especially Susan Orlean. Although I'm not an adventure traveler or particularly outdoorsy, there's truly something in here for everyone.
Among my favorites: Tim Cahill's "No Cannibal Jokes Please", Will Grant's "All the Jittery Horses", Stephanie Pearson's "The Undisputed King of Dogsled Tourism", Susan Orlean's "The Bullfighter Checks her Makeup" and Steven Rinella's "Brotherhood of the Very Expensive Pants".
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Outside Magazine constantly gives me the opportunity to live vicariously through the adventures of some of its writers. While I do go hiking and camping in my island of Puerto Rico my only major trek has climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro. However I have hiked, camped, and sometimes biked and paddled in some pretty cool places as I read and look at the pictures in Outside Magazine. This book is perfect for the armchair traveller like myself and for people who actively seek out adventures.
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I thoroughly enjoyed this compilation of essays from various writers outlining their various (mis)adventures . Sometimes humorous and always inspiring and interesting. Recommended for sure. I 'd enjoy reading another volume like this.
My thanks to NetGalley for providing me with an eARC in exchange for my honest review.
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This is a great read for travelers and adventurers. Outside Magazine always publishes quality content- this time centered around essays that detail the mishaps that can happen during even the most thought-out travel plans. Certainly an entertaining read while in the comfort of your own home.
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If there was ever a book I was grateful for being an ebook, this is it. What a wonderfully oversized compilation of stories selected by Outsider Magazine. While I'm familiar with some of these authors, all of the stories were new to me, which was great.It was also a nice intro to new to me authors without needing to commit to a full book of their work. It was good to see some old favorites in here, especially Susan Orlean. Although I'm not an adventure traveler or particularly outdoorsy, there's truly something in here for everyone.
Among my favorites: Tim Cahill's "No Cannibal Jokes Please", Will Grant's "All the Jittery Horses", Stephanie Pearson's "The Undisputed King of Dogsled Tourism", Susan Orlean's "The Bullfighter Checks her Makeup" and Steven Rinella's "Brotherhood of the Very Expensive Pants".
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Outside Magazine constantly gives me the opportunity to live vicariously through the adventures of some of its writers. While I do go hiking and camping in my island of Puerto Rico my only major trek has climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro. However I have hiked, camped, and sometimes biked and paddled in some pretty cool places as I read and look at the pictures in Outside Magazine. This book is perfect for the armchair traveller like myself and for people who actively seek out adventures.
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I thoroughly enjoyed this compilation of essays from various writers outlining their various (mis)adventures . Sometimes humorous and always inspiring and interesting. Recommended for sure. I 'd enjoy reading another volume like this.
My thanks to NetGalley for providing me with an eARC in exchange for my honest review.
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