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In deze roman neemt Phileas Fogg, een Engelse gentleman, de uitdaging aan om de wereld in tachtig dagen te rondreizen. Hij wordt vergezeld door zijn bediende Passepartout en ontmoet onderweg diverse uitdagingen en personages, waaronder de jonge weduwe Aouda. Het verhaal is een spannende reis vol avonturen en onverwachte wendingen.

In 'Wild', Cheryl Strayed recounts her journey hiking the Pacific Crest Trail alone, a trek that spans from the Mojave Desert to Cascade Locks, Oregon. The book chronicles her physical and emotional struggles as she confronts her past, including the death of her mother, the breakdown of her family, and the end of her marriage. Through her experiences with nature, encounters with various people, and reflections on her life, Strayed finds a path to healing and self-discovery. The memoir is known for its vivid descriptions, honest portrayal of grief and personal growth, and the author's unique narrative style that interweaves past and present events.

In this book, Erling Kagge reflects on the significance of walking as a natural accompaniment to creativity and a means to achieve mindfulness. He argues that walking is not just a physical activity but a sensory experience that involves both the body and the mind. Kagge discusses how walking brings us back to slower rhythms, harmonizes us with nature, and allows our subconscious to wander. The book is an homage to walking, highlighting its health benefits, its role in the lives of thinkers and creative people, and its ability to provide a unique perspective on the world.