This is a cultural history of walking in 19th-century Engl&, assessing its importance in literature & in culture at large. Rereading Wordsworth in the context of contemporary changes in transport, agriculture, & aesthetics, Anne D. Wallace articulates a previously unacknowledged literary mode
- pedestrianism. Besides Wordsworth, authors considered include Clare, Barrett Browning, Dickens, Hardy, & George Eliot.
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Among other things, Phil Smith proposes: * An unravelling of psychogeography from its early roots, assessing its contribution to the state of the walking arts, & looking forwards/around to what might come next. * a partial mapping of the `evolution` of walking that looks at `stages` in that evolution. * a helicopter view that allows walking artist/practitioners to place themselves in historical & artistic context. * important new ideas about abusive semi-public spaces (in the wake of scandals in the UK & elsewhere involving public figures, the church & others)
- suggesting how radical walking can act against `the spectacle` & power. * a compelling theory about romanticism & the postmodern in relation to walking. * a World Brain for walking. * strategies, tactics & a full manifesto for Radical Walking.
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The routes are on average around 2km long with a very few being over 15km. Each route is accompanied with a b/w photograph & a brief history, human & natural, of the immediate area. Nearly all the routes take in the coastline of the Cape Cod area or are within a stone`s-throw of it. Each route is described with the aid of a simple but nice little map so no real need for a separate one. Of the 35 routes, 24 are on the mainl&, 7 explore Martha`s Vinyard, & 4 are on Nantucket. The beginning of the book has a simple road map to show the location of all the routes within the Cape Cod area; whilst the back has a list of environmental organisations. ...

From the Publisher of the highly acclaimed Jurassic Coast Official Guide, Coastal Publishing Limited is a fast growing publisher with an expanding list of books of regional interest & national appeal. Walks Along the East Jurassic Coast & its companion Walks Along the West Jurassic Coast Are the first two books in a series of 11 walking guides spanning the 630 miles of the South West Coast Path National Trail. Each feature up to 17 walks & over 100 photographs & illustrations covering this stunning & geologically unique area. The route of each walk is overlaid onto aerial photography showing the landscape & features, followed by a description of each walk & information about the area. These essential walking companions, for families & serious walkers alike, are produced to a high standard whilst maintaining an affordable price of just GBP4.95. These books will appeal to families & individuals wishing to explore & understand the area as well as photographers, travellers, visitors to the region, geologists & local historians. They will also make an excellent gift. Each volume will contain over 50 photos & illustrations supported by an engaging & informative text. ...

Packed with accessible geological & historical information, the route of each walk is overlaid onto stunning aerial photography, ...

Featuring 25 circular walks, Walks along the Thames Path, takes in beautiful countryside, busy towns, historic palaces & cost pubs, with nearby places of interested included as optional extras. The fascinating text reveals the architecture, flora & fauna, cultural points of interest & historical connections to be found en route. As the river meanders through varied terrain from its source in Gloucestershire through the heart of London to the Thames Barrier, Ron Emmons offers a wealth of detail. Taking in some of England`s major attractions from the Royal town of Windsor & the splendid spires of Oxford, to little known villages, picturesque meadows & the sights & sounds of London. With walks to suit all interests & abilities, together with full visitor information on all public amenities en route & easy-to-follow directions & excellent route maps for each walk, this guide offers visitors to this area the opportunity to experience the delights of England`s most important waterway. This book will appeal to residents of London & other towns & villages along the Thames, as well as visitors, keen walkers & anybody with a historical interest in this majestic waterway. ...

From simple days out, through multi-day wilderness backpacking treks to serious mountaineering outings, this book caters for all tastes & abilities. The routes selected range from the southern Norway to north of the Arctic Circle, with plenty in famous areas like Jotunheimen & Lofoten. There is a chapter of comprehensive information for each route & the book is illustrated throughout with colurs photos & route maps. each route summary

Includes:: the distance & time required for the route & information on appropriate topographic maps. Extensive appendices give provide advice on transport, accommodation, food & fuel, maps, weather, safety, equipment & further informatuion resources.

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The walks & scrambles in this guidebook explore the wild & rugged landscapes of the Anti-Atlas mountains of southern Morocco, with Tafraout & the Ameln Valley as the main base. 41 adventurous routes of between 3 & 40km include Jebel el Kest, Adra Mkorn & Ait Mansour, with an outline of a 1 week long-distance trek across the north-west Anti-Atlas. Walks are mainly moderate to difficult, & scrambles are Grade 1 to Grade 3+, with ropes being required for some sections. Often remote & challenging, the routes are suitable for confident walkers & scramblers with good navigation skills. Each route description is accompanied by mapping, with some photo topos to aid route finding in tricky sections. The guidebook also gives background information on the people, culture & history of the region, as well as a wealth of advice on planning a trip, making it an indispensable guide to exploring this dramatic region. The mountains & landscapes of the Anti-Atlas extend over 300km north east from the Atlantic Ocean to Jebel Sirwa (3305m). This guidebook covers an area of more than 4000m (2) in the north-west of the region. The spectacular, rugged surroundings include mountains, gorges, valleys & desert landscapes
- whether it is the iconic Lion`s Face which dominates the Ameln Valley & the Tafraout oasis, the deep canyons of Ait Mansour, the ancient villages of the Ameln Valley, or the Tanalt backcountry.
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Guidebook to walking & trekking in the Maritime Alps on the border of Italy & France, just north of Nice. It

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Maps & directions for 16 walks of various lengths, from 1 mile to 10 miles. Detailed topographic mapping shows the route & printed along side are the basic directions. Details include contours, walls, fences, woods, water features & car parks. ...