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.
Peter Clutterbuck recounts his lifelong experience and love of adventure as he crosses oceans, mountain ranges and continents. This is an astonishing story of risk, jeopardy, achievement and wonder.
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.