100 CLASSIC COASTAL WALKS IN SCOTLAND

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Andrew Dempster is a former teacher of mathematics with a keen interest in outdoor pursuits especially walking backpacking and mountaineering. He is the author of several other books including Classic Mountain Scrambles in Scotland The Munro Phenomenon and The Grahams.Scotland and its islands encompass more than 10000 miles of breathtaking coastline. The 100 routes outlined by Andrew Dempster take in the quaint fishing ports long sunbleached strands and vast golf links of the east coast: the grand Gothic cliffs natural arches and stormtossed seastacks that comprise much of the fractured edge of the Atlantic: the kaleidoscopic wildflower carpet of the Western Isles machair: the romantic castles and Clearance settlements of Skye: and myriad idyllic secluded beaches and breathtaking clifftop vantage points.This unique guide covers the whole spectrum from short hourlong beach strolls to serious fullday hikes that require mountain gear and total commitment.Compiled in a userfriendly format and containing maps and illustrations throughout 100 Classic Coastal Walks in Scotland provides a wealth of walking possibilities for anyone with an interest in outdoor pursuits with many of the walks also suitable for children.An invaluable accessory to the boots and the backpackThis selection of day trips including maps and useful information such as pubs to visit along the way is a welcome sightA zealous guide to this impressive spread of coastal walksA very special guide for those interested in the outdoors

Data Publikacji: 2011-05-05
Wymiary: 234 mm 153 mm 31 mm 519 gr