William took his journey thirty years ago in 1978. How would his trip be different if he were to take it today?

Do you think you would like to take a trip like William did? Explain.

Discuss the roles of Walt Whitman and Black Elk to William and his journey.

Are there any people noted in the book that you would like to meet and know better? Discuss.

What would you ask William Least Heat Moon if you could have dinner with him?

Have you ever traveled or lived in any of the areas that William visits? How similar or different were your experiences in comparison?

Do you think William's trip was successful or not? Explain.