By Brandon Wilson
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Customer tags: templar, hiking, crusades, jerusalem, adventure, pilgrimage, germany, france, award winner, adventure travel, book of the year, peace
Review & Description
Walking in the nearly forgotten footsteps of the legendary first Knights Templar, an American and a 68-year old Frenchman embark on a mission all their own. Traveling simply and trusting in the kindness of strangers, they set off to carry a message of peace along a route historically used for war.
Their incredible journey leads them thousands of miles across eleven countries and two continents toward Jerusalem. After the outbreak of war, everything is uncertain — except for their steadfast and perhaps life-threatening resolve.
ALONG THE TEMPLAR TRAIL weaves a richly detailed Chaucerian tapestry of characters, intrigue, and adventure with personal growth and social commentary. Their poignant tale is a powerful testimony to the courage of the
human spirit and an affirmation of the dream of peace still very much alive in the world today. It also provides a signpost for those who dream of making a similar journey along this Templar Trail; one destined to become a path of peace for people of all nations, cultures and faiths.
WINNER OF THE LOWELL THOMAS GOLD AWARD FOR BEST TRAVEL BOOK, Society of American Travel Writers
Named a BOOK OF THE YEAR FINALIST, ForeWord Reviews
“A fascinating testimony of faith and gumption that inspired two men to take seven million steps for peace. A must read…” ~ Arun Gandhi, M.K. Gandhi Institute for Nonviolence, University of Rochester, NY
“More than the mere adventure of two brave men, it is a grand and noble quest for peace, as well as a spiritual voyage that will leave readers emotionally and intellectually replenished…” ~ Midwest Book Review
"Brandon Wilson is strictly fast-forward in his exhilarating Along The Templar Trail: Seven Million Steps for Peaceˆ… Wilson’s remarkably attractive account will galvanize couch potatoes…" ~ ForeWord Magazine
“If we want peace on earth, we must make the effort to embody peace with each step. Brandon Wilson's inspiring journey, told beautifully in this book, is a living example of peacemaking.” ~ Cindy Sheehan, noted peace activist
“Simply one of the most remarkable adventure stories of our time, and one that proves that with the right combination of character and determination great things can be done, and the eyes of the world can be opened.” ~ Richard Bangs, author/host of the PBS-TV series Richard Bangs’ Adventures With Purpose
“A rhapsody on the theme of pilgrimage. May Brandon Wilson's goal of fostering peace along the glory roads of the world inspire a trail of pilgrims to create their own sacred journeys in the interest of world peace.” ~ Phil Cousineau, author of
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