I liked this book. How many of us have wondered what it would be like to just take off and see the country? There were scary moments as you might predict, but there were also priceless moments that must have made the trip worthwhile for the author. I don't think I could ever do this myself. I like this book because of the unpredictability--you never knew what he would encounter the next day. It leaves you thinking about what's really important in life and about how technology and just day-to-day schedules have disconnected us from fellow human beings.