The Man Who Walked Backward

In "The Man Who Walked Backward," Pulitzer Prize finalist Ben Montgomery tells the extraordinary tale of Plennie Wingo, a Texas man who, faced with the harsh realities of the Great Depression, embarks on a journey to walk around the world—backwards. After losing his restaurant and enduring the struggles of poverty, Plennie's quest becomes a remarkable tale of adventure, optimism, and resilience, set against the backdrop of a transformative era in American history. Montgomery chronicles Plennie's unique experiences, featuring daring feats, hardships, and comical misadventures as he traverses diverse landscapes, from America to Europe.