The Art of Noticing

The Art of Noticing

Local Adventuring

TAoN No. 95: Alastair Humphreys on the unexpected joy of staying on the map. Plus a new icebreaker, and more.

Rob Walker
Dec 13, 2021
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A while back, I connected with Alastair Humphreys, a writer and self-described adventurer. I immediately admired his curious and exploratory spirit, and I have mentioned him before. He’s written more than a dozen books, including one called Microadventures that is maybe particularly in the TAoN spirit of engaging with the everyday. More here.

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