The story of the author's quest to climb the 4000m mountains of the Alps with informative chapters on the practicalities and distinctive features of alpine climbing. There are detailed descriptions of climbing and travelling amongst the Alps and stunning photography with action shots of climbing.
An essential aide-memoire for those with an interest in all aspects of whisky. It is an invaluable guide for anyone wondering about the place-name on the label of a bottle of Scotch. It provides information on the meaning of the name, the language it is from, or if it is even real.
Recounts the author's vivid memories of his time as an airman serving in the Canal Zone and East Africa. Drawing on letters written home, this paints a revealing picture of a time when Britain was losing its empire.
This is an intimate and personal insight into the life of a lightkeeper including special wartime duties such as shooting mines and being vigilant for German submarines and spies. It's a remarkable stories of life and work at the edge, surviving the harshest of conditions and also containing humour, tragedy, bravery and dedication in equal measure.