A Philosophy of Walking

This beautiful, gentle, inspiring book is an almost perfect treasure. In part, an exploration of some great thinkers and creators, and the link between their inspiration and the physical act of walking, in part, a journey in itself into what happens to us, physically, spiritually, emotionaly, when we walk on the earth. One or two of the case studies of the thinkers I found the link between walking and their work a little tenuous, though none the less fascinating for that. For most, the references, insights and quotations are profound. As a walker, and as someone who works creatively with the act and art of walking, I found this book essential and transformative reading, written with a lightness of touch that belies its depth - a bit like the gentle act of walking itself. Whatever your interest in walking, read this book. I feel its insights have been essential in restoring my relationship with the earth which I gently walk on, and with myself as a human, the walking animal. I recommend reading it with a pencil to hand, in the open air.

Amazing book! Easy to read and that you will remember often when you walk, specially the chapter about walking and well-being :)

For anyone into walking, this is a most excellent book. Apart from the physical benefits, it highlights the many and varied metaphysical benefits/interpretations we enjoy edwhen we lose ourselves in thought, particularly when walking by ourselves. Highly recommend!

Very interesting book overing many different issues, it is written in a light manner and not to heavy going. I highly recommend this book for anyone interested in walking. There is also a great audio lecture by Tate of Frederic discussing the book.

Husband pleased with this and very quick delivery

A philosophy of walking changes an unconscious process into a considered experience whether a relaxing stroll or ones journey to work. Interesting historic facts cause one to actually think about "what one is doing". Eyes open, senses primed the world in all its guises takes on a new and fresh appearance.

A friend had recommended this book so I wanted to read it. I have been savoring the chapters - just reading it very slowly before falling asleep. I have learned more about various philosophers who were major walkers. After reading the book I will want to find works by some of the philosophers Frederic Gros writes about.

This book is about people who walk and the effect it had on their lives and philosophy. It has some fascinating sections and if that is what you are interested in I would recommend it. It is not the usual sort of travelogue. If you are interested in philosophers and walking then this will interest you. It will not appeal to everyone.