
A Photo Journey In Search of the American Dream
In 2013, photographer Noah Emrich drove his parents’ minivan 12,000 miles across the United States, documenting his journey through a newly published book, Bountiful.
Jack Seemer is the executive editor at Gear Patrol, with over a decade of experience in product journalism. He currently reports on a wide range of topics, including footwear, watches, EDC, cookware and more.
In 2013, photographer Noah Emrich drove his parents’ minivan 12,000 miles across the United States, documenting his journey through a newly published book, Bountiful.
By Jack Seemer
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By Jack Seemer
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By Jack Seemer
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By Jack Seemer
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By Jack Seemer
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By Jack Seemer
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By Jack Seemer
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By Jack Seemer
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