When Straightjacket Met Golden Sun

About the Book

In March, 2000 thirty-four-year-old bachelor Bill Maroni left his job and New Jersey behind to pursue a dream—an attempted thru-hike of the 2,167-mile Appalachian Trail. Along the way, he became "Straightjacket," a pilgrim, writer, and ranting "clown shaman." On the trail, Straightjacket discovers a new world of adventure, beauty, camaraderie and, yes—romance. Whether it´s running a gauntlet of feral goats dressed in Dollar General support panties, or meeting the love of your life, When Straightjacket Met Golden Sun reveals the sweat-caked wonder of the thru-hiking experience in all its grit—and glory.

About the Author

Bill Maroni resides “in the woods” near Aiken, South Carolina with his wife Charlotte and their four dogs. When he’s not out hiking or biking, usually with Charlotte, Bill enjoys writing about hiking, biking, and his experiences as an E.R. nurse. When Straightjacket Met Golden Sun is his first book.