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As an avid hiker, I've contemplated hiking the Camino from time to time, but always put it off since it's not a wilderness trek. However, reading Tim's guide + commentary made me reconsider how I perceived the Camino experience.

He spends the first half of the book covering the history of the Camino and what it means to be on a pilgrimage in modern times--even if you aren't religious. Unlike traditional guide books, this was an enjoyable read before setting foot on the trail. I even enjoyed reading through the trail segment sections because of his anecdotes and excellent descriptions.…

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