A review by jaskthereader
The Chair and the Valley: A Memoir of Trauma, Healing, and the Outdoors by Banning Lyon

adventurous hopeful reflective sad tense

5.0

A masterpiece of reflection and resilience, Banning Lyon does a great job balancing vulnerability with empowerment throughout this book. 
 
His personal anecdotes offer an in-depth look at the struggles and challenges he faced growing up—and continues to face to this day. The honesty and depth of his storytelling draw you in, making his journey feel both personal and universal. 
 
This is more than just a book; it’s an experience. I usually avoid recommending books because everyone’s tastes differ, but I’ll gladly make an exception for this one