Wild Britain

"Wild Britain" is a guidebook and an introduction to the last outposts of wilderness in England, Scotland, and Wales. It conveys the excitement of walking in wild places, and the thud of the gale-swept Atlantic rollers as they batter the granite North Devon and Cornish cliffs. Illustrations.

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An unrivalled series of illustrated guide-books to the wild places far from home and work, the long walks, mountain hide-aways, woods, moors, sea coasts and remote islands where travellers can still find a refuge from the modern world. Each volume includes: -- Vivid descriptions of wild places by experienced travellers and writers -- Detailed information on when to go, how to get there and where to stay -- Eagle ratings to indicate degree of wildness -- Activities: Exploring, birdwatching, biking, angling, caving, fishing, climbing, camping, hiking, riding, even ballooning. -- Maps, color photos and artist's drawings of plants and animals in their habitats.