TheNew York Timesbestselling author ofRescue Roadembarks on a cross-country journey to take the measure of America with a loyal friend.
Onthecusp of turning 65, a man and his beloved rescuedogof similar vintage take a poignant, often bemusing, and keenly observed journey across America and discovera big-hearted, welcoming country filled withmemorable characters, a new-found appreciation forthelifethey temporarily left behind, and a determination to live more fully inthemoment as old age looms.
Inspired by John Steinbeck’sTravels with Charley, Zheutlin, hitstheroad for a 9,000-mile odyssey with Albie to experience all that American is and means today. Similar in approach and tone to Bill Bryson’s best-selling travel classics, with with an endearing canine sidekick,TheDogWentOvertheMountain will delight doglovers, baby boomers and anyone who seeks to experience life on the open road with a four-legged companion.
