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Interesting, it sounds like I should read the book.

For what it's worth, the "death wish" thing wasn't meant to be pejorative -- maybe I should have used a different term. I like your "life-wish" phrasing better, thank you for that perspective.

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The book is a short read and worth it. Follow it up with the movie if you're not familiar with a few of the places so you can get a feel for his travels.

I enjoyed both and admire his path.