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Travels with Charley

Book • 1962

In 'Travels with Charley', John Steinbeck recounts his journey across America in a camper named Rocinante, accompanied by his standard poodle Charley.

The book is a blend of travelogue and social commentary, reflecting Steinbeck's observations on American culture and society during the early 1960s.

While the book is often humorous and engaging, it also delves into serious issues like racial tensions and the changing American landscape.

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Dave Stachowiak

Evelyn McDonnell

Mentioned in 13 episodes

Recommended by

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as an example of doing interesting things in the real world and as a funny, accurate road-trip book through the United States.

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as a hilarious and profound non-fiction book.

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as a book he read about John Steinbeck's road trip around the United States with his dog.

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Michael Wolff

when distinguishing between 'Travels with Carl' and the famous book 'Travels with Charlie'.

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Tom Green

in the context of his travels and inspiration for his move to Canada.

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Sam Parr

as a book about his travels across America and conversations with people.

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as one of John Steinbeck's books that he read.

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Jon Tyson

as he will be retracing John Steinbeck's book on a 50 day Harley tour around America.

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Evelyn McDonnell

in comparison to Joan Didion's writing style and observations on the American South.

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Cal Newport

in comparison to Nathaniel Philbrook's "Travels with George", highlighting Steinbeck's travelogue with his dog.

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