By 25, Heather Anderson had hiked what is known as the "Triple Crown" of American backpacking: the Appalachian Trail (AT), Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), and Continental Divide Trail (CDT).
In her new memoir, Thirst: 2600 Miles to Home, she conveys not only her athleticism and wilderness adventures, but also shares her distinct message of courage — her willingness to turn away from the predictability of a more traditional life in an effort to seek out what most fulfills her.