` Major Norton gave the order to fire two or three times.. . Their advanced machine gunners could be seen rushing forward & establishing themselves in commanding posts.. . Almost at once the ridge we were occupying was swept by machine gun fire.. .` E.F. Norton lived a life of distinction in the declining years of the British Empire. Born into an accomplished, well-travelled family, he followed his heart & enlisted for a professional career as a soldier. A distinguished military career followed, punctuated with indulgences in his passion for exploration & mountaineering. The British Empire was starting to crumble, & Norton would be called upon more than once to rise to a variety of challenges. Norton`s gift for leadership was first demonstrated via his rapid progression through the ranks in the First World War, which paved the way for future leadership appointments, having earned the confidence & respect of those under his comm&. Events in the Second World War followed suit, when Norton was abruptly assigned the post of acting governor of Hong Kong, entrusted to save the civilian population from imminent Japanese invasion. The 1924 Everest expedition exemplifies the pattern of having had leadership thrust upon him
- in this case when General Charles Bruce was struck down by malaria on the approach march. Leading from the front, Norton set an altitude record for climbing on Everest without supplementary oxygen
- a record only bettered in 1978 when Reinhold Messner & Peter Habeler made the first ascent of Everest without oxygen. Yet tragedy would follow Norton`s achievement, when George Mallory & Andrew Irvine disappeared high on the mountain. In Norton of Everest, Hugh Norton has written sensitively & knowledgably about his father`s remarkable life as mountaineer, soldier, naturalist, artist & family man. As on Everest, the real story is not the death of the gallant, but the heroics of the quiet survivors like E.F. Norton.

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Flat 69x 101cm version of the general road map of Norway from the country's national survey organisation. Because of its length north-south, the country is presented in two sections. The map has relief shading to indicate the terrain with green colouring for the forested areas, & shows administrative boundaries, roads & railways, etc. There is no map legend on this version of the map. ...

Norway at 1:6 50, 000 from ITMB on a large, double-sided map with a street plan of Oslo. The map divides the country north/south along the southern boundary of the Nordland region, with some overlap between the two sides. The north-eastern part of the country, east of the Porsanger fjord is shown as an inset. Coverage also

Includes:: most of northern Sweden. Road & rail networks are shown on a base with relief shading, spot heights & plenty of names of peaks & mountain ranges. Ferry routes are shown, as well as internal administrative divisions with names of the provinces. National parks are marked & interesting localities or areas are highlighted. The map also shows scenic roads, viewpoints, etc. The map is not indexed & has no geographical coordinates. Please note: road information reflects the situation in 2006 when cartography for this map was prepared.

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The Michelin National road map of Norway at 1:1, 250, 000 scale is ideal for route planning. The map gives comprehensive coverage of national road networks showing all major motorways, dual carriageways, national & regional main roads & some single-lane roads. Also shows unsurfaced roads & major footpaths. The map is divided by grid showing latitude & longitude. Distances between major locations are marked along roads, with total distance & several intermediate distances shown. A quick-reference chart of distances & driving times between major locations is also included. The map also

Includes:: a grid-referenced index of principal place names. Clear, easy-to read cartography shows roads in reds, yellows & white with black outlines. Major topography is indicated with relief shading. Woodland & forest is marked with green shading. Built-up urban areas are clearly marked in yellow. Airports, ferries & railways are also marked. National divisions are marked, as are areas restricted to foreigners & towns with tolls. Areas of interest such as churches, ruins & waterfalls are also displayed. Also

Includes:: a quick reference panel giving national driving regulations, including speed limits, equipment requirements (e.g. bulb kits, warning triangles) & seatbelt rules. Town plans & regional enlargements:- Oslo at 1:300, 000 scale- Bergen at 1:300, 000 scale



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Large, indexed map of Norway, presenting the whole country in two panels side by side. Clear, well-presented cartography has fine relief shading & spot heights to indicate the topography, with national parks prominently marked. Detailed presentation of the road network

Includes:: scenic routes, roads closed to traffic, seasonal closures of mountain passes, etc. Towns & places of particular interest are highlighted. The map has a latitude/longitude grid at intervals of 1

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Norway on a double-sided, indexed road map at 1:800, 000 from Insight. This large map

Includes:: many places

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Norway in the Countries, Regions & Cities series from Rough Guides; comprehensively detailed guidebooks specifically designed for independent travellers & serving a range of worldwide destinations. Widely recognised for their free editorial style, Rough Guide authors are allowed to express their personal opinions on a range of subjects. Although sometimes controversial, this editorial stance allows readers to experience more detailed & personal takes on each destination, a feature often more limited in other guidebooks. Cultural & historical nuances are explored in significant depth throughout the text & descriptions on the ambience of individual settings alongside personal recommendations, particularly in cities, are notably prevalent. Each Rough Guide in the Countries, Regions & Cities series has a similar layout. A ...

Norway in the Countries & Regions series from Lonely Planet, market-leading comprehensive guides aimed at independent travellers & serving a large range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides explore an extensive range of sights, activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife & are designed for practical use while travelling on the road. Written & researched by a team of experts, each book is independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on individual destinations. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet country & region guide has the same layout. Introductory sections profile the destination with individual chapters on particular highlights, getting started, (including when to go) itineraries, history, culture, arts, food & drink & the environment. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with individual sections detailing an extensive range of sights, places of interest, attractions, restaurants, nightlife, accommodation & any local activities. The guides have detailed explanations of historical context where relevant. There is also practical guidance on ...

Norway Baedeker is divided into four main categories
- background, practicalities, tours & A-Z of sites. The guide is introduced
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Norway on a double-sided, indexed road map at 1:800, 000 from Insight. This large map

Includes:: many places

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