Wilderness Sojourn: Notes in the Desert Silence

For many years, David Douglas did an annual trip into the desert by his home. His trip was solitary, and he took the opportuntity to reflect on his life, spiritual condition, relationships, etc. This book is similar to a diary; recounting a trip through the desert canyons of the American Southwest. Douglas looks at the spiritual aspects of wilderness, and examines it from a Christian perspective. He examines Biblical precedent for wilderness retreats, and modern motivation to take time away from "civilization". The book is personal, but not exclusively so. It is written in a very easy to read, easy to understand format. As an outdoor professional, this book seems to hit home with the reasons why I use the wilderness as a tool for teaching. It is short; the whole book could be read in a day. I highly recommend it to anyone who has spent time thinking WHY we go to the wilderness, or to those looking for affirmation for thier own wilderness journeys.