The Long Hike: The True Story of the First Appalachian Thru-Hike by McCarthy, Meghan
The Long Hike: The True Story of the First Appalachian Thru-Hike by McCarthy, Meghan

The Long Hike: The True Story of the First Appalachian Thru-Hike

Award-winning nonfiction creator Meghan McCarthy tells the "original, inspired account" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) of Earl Shaffer,...
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Author: Meghan McCarthy
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The Long Hike: The True Story of the First Appalachian Thru-Hike by McCarthy, Meghan

The Long Hike: The True Story of the First Appalachian Thru-Hike

$23.98
The Long Hike: The True Story of the First Appalachian Thru-Hike by McCarthy, Meghan

The Long Hike: The True Story of the First Appalachian Thru-Hike

$23.98
Author: Meghan McCarthy
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Description
Award-winning nonfiction creator Meghan McCarthy tells the "original, inspired account" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) of Earl Shaffer, the first person to thru-hike all 2,000-plus miles of the Appalachian Trail in one hiking season in this empowering picture book.

While serving in World War II, Earl Shaffer lost his best friend in combat. After the war ended, he returned home and set off on a hiking adventure to walk off his troubles and find solace in the beauty and "power of nature," as he put it in his diary.

Earl didn't use a tent, preferring to sleep under the stars. He survived the cold, harsh rain, mud, blisters, steep mountaintops, and a plethora of bugs. But among the challenges, Earl also discovered wildlife, beautiful plants, and breathtaking views.

Since that first historic hike, Earl's story has inspired generations of people to quite literally follow in his footsteps. And now, utilizing snippets from Earl's diary and poetry, this book allows young readers to join Earl on that record-breaking hike.

Author: Meghan McCarthy
Publisher: Beach Lane Books
Published: 06/16/2026
Pages: 48
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 11.70h x 8.80w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781665949941
Audience: Ages 4-8


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 05/01/2026
School Library Journal 05/01/2026 pg. 92
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 05/01/2026
Booklist 06/01/2026

About the Author
Meghan McCarthy is the award-winning author and illustrator of many books for children, including Earmuffs for Everyone!: How Chester Greenwood Became Known as the Inventor of Earmuffs; Daredevil: The Daring Life of Betty Skelton; Pop!: The Invention of Bubble Gum; City Hawk: The Story of Pale Male; Seabiscuit the Wonder Horse; All That Trash; and Action! A graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design, she lives in New York City. Visit her at Meghan-McCarthy.com.
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