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An Epic Journey: Reading Shogun on a Train
In December, I set out on an adventurous train ride from Utah to San Francisco with my wife, Ashlin, for the Christmas holiday. Inspired by the lengthy travel time, I concocted a challenge: to read one of my biggest books, James Clavell's Shogun, in just two train trips. As I engaged my community for suggestions, the verdict swayed me toward reading Shogun over War and Peace.
Before diving into the journey, I was excited by the prospect of tackling this literary titan while experiencing the lovely train scenery. I also had to express gratitude for the day's sponsor, Book of the Month, a subscription service dedicated to bringing quality new fiction straight to your door.