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Great hiking trails of the world, 80 trails, 75,000 miles, 38 countries, 6 continents, Karen Berger ; foreword by Bill McKibben

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non fiction

Great hiking trails of the world

974461859

Karen Berger ; foreword by Bill McKibben

80 trails, 75,000 miles, 38 countries, 6 continents

"A hiker's dream bucket list is embodied in this lavishly illustrated celebration of more than eighty of the world's most iconic trails. Celebrating the most important, popular, and diverse hiking trails in the world, this book invites readers to take a walking tour through the planet's natural wonders. Divided into six sections, the book groups trails by theme: pilgrimages, historic hikes, mountain hikes, wilderness trails, trails through diverse environments, and long-distance trails. From Mount Kenya to subarctic hikes in Scandinavia, and from exotic hikes in the Himalayas to more familiar trails in the United States and Canada, this book invites readers to explore the history, environment, and cultures of the world on foot. Each featured trail has its own section, with a map and photo gallery focusing on what makes it one of the most magnificent hiking trails anywhere in the world. Included are detailed descriptions and trail highlights. This book is perfect for anyone interested in conservation, outdoor recreation, or the myriad ways that walking through a landscape is an intimate exploration of its soul."--, Provided by publisher

Introduction -- The way of the pilgrim -- Stepping into the past -- Peak experiences -- To walk in wilderness -- Exploring diversity -- The longest walks