I disagree with Naomi’s post. Bryson’s asides are not intended to be depressing but encouraging to future environmentalists by raising important issues. Simply because Bryson’s narrative does not deliver a singular effect is no reason to criticize the informational asides. While the asides can become boring, they still add to the novel.
I agree with Joy’s post. The asides allow the reader to feel as if he were actually on the Appalachian Trail. The environmental issues raised are brought to life by the playful tone of the narrative and the narrative is supported by the informational asides. In this mutualistic relationship, the novel is enhanced.
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