Mark D. Walker
Mark D. Walker, a Returned U.S. Peace Corps Volunteer from Guatemala, is President of Million Mile Walker. His most recent book is “My Saddest Pleasures.” A previous book was titled “Different Latitudes.” Mr. Walker discusses the philosophy of his Million Mile Walker through the celebration of international travel and literature, cross-cultural relationships, overseas development, philanthropy, and social justice. He shares his keen insight into 50-years on the road and some of the most valuable lessons learned. One unique experience was with a group of Rotarians during a coup d-etat in Bolivia. His Rotary coverage illustrates the importance of Rotary International, the United Nations and the US Centers for Disease Control to eradicate the scourge of polio worldwide. Additionally, he features PEN America and the importance of promoting the freedom of the press and our efforts to deal with the growth of the book-banning movement around the country and the world.
