The birthplace of mountaineering, and not just for men. The Alps has been a proving ground for climbers since the golden age of Alpinism, including significant ascents by women as far back as the 1800's. The beauty of the region though is that is is accessible to mere-mortals, from day hikes to classic multi-day high level treks linking mountain huts (such as the Tour du Mont Blanc). If you don't know where to start, this beautiful book provides inspiration and practical information in spades.
From the back cover:
The Alpine region is the birthplace of mountaineering and offers a limitless canvas for adventure. Stretching from France across Switzerland to Austria and Slovenia, Europe's greatest mountain range encompasses eight countries. The Alps are home to some of the world's most celebrated peaks, including the Matterhorn and Mont Blanc, and hikers at lower altitudes are amply served too, with a lifetime's supply of day hikes and long-distance trails. 'Wanderlust Alps' collects the very best routes in the Alps in one volume, packed with clear maps, first-hand insights from the trails, and breathtaking photogrphy. Discover why the Alps are the best place in Europe for hiking and mountaineering.
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You can't be what you can't see. We hope that reading about women's adventures will inspire more women to explore the edges of their comfort zones. You don't need a beard to climb a mountain or cross an ice cap!
Supporting female authors
The 'adventure' bookshelf is often dominated by books about and by male climbers and explorers. We aim to raise the profile of books written from a broader range of perspectives, especially female authors.
Female specific advice
There is much less research and training advice tailored to female specific physiology, but this is changing. We aim to help re-balance the gender disparity and highlight the advances in this field.
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