W. T. Palmer

The Complete Hill Walker - Rock Climber and Cave Explorer W. T. Palmer

This classic, historical book is a detailed and comprehensive look at hill-walking in the British Isles. Equally useful for the experianced and the novice, this extensively and beautifully illustrated handbook is a must-have guide for anyone who desires to explore our beautiful island. In this original, unabridged form it contains much information that is useful and practical today. Contents include - The Hill Walker - The Way To The Hill-Tops - Leading Up To A Long Tour - The Best Ridge Walks In The British Isles - Camping Among The Mountains - The Rock Climber's Equipment - Schooling Of The Novice - The Moderate Climber - Where To Find The Best Rock Climbs - Women Among The Ridges And Rocks - Snow Climbing In Britain - Cave Exploration As A Sport. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.