Mississippi Solo

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An adventurer's lifelong dream unfolds as he canoes the Mississippi River from Minnesota to New Orleans, confronting both natural and social dangers. As a Black man traveling alone, he faces hostility and threats, including encounters with bigots and wild animals. Despite these challenges, the journey is enriched by the kindness of those he meets along the way. Celebrated for its vivid prose, this classic travelogue captures the essence of American adventure and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.