Andrew Stevenson takes to the tracks in the hiking heaven of New Zealand's famous wilderness areas. With insight and a gentle humour, he explores the spirit of this spectacular land and its people, provides an illuminating view of his fellowbackpackers, and reveals that, however much or little you may have in your rucksack, the heaviest baggage is what you carry inside
From Library Journal
These days, the travel sections of bookstores and libraries are so full that it's difficult for most writers to distinguish themselves. Stevenson, a professional travel writer who spent four months bopping around New Zealand, blends anthropological, biological, and practical observations for an irresistible read. He covers the rural and urban sections of both islands as well as national parks, ably describing the array of travel enthusiasts and native characters he encounters. Throughout, his writing is engaging without being cloying. People who enjoy travel writing for its own sake will like this, and those seeking "on the ground" information about New Zealand will also find it useful. For larger public libraries. -David S. Azzolina, Univ. of Pennsylvania Libs., Philadelphia Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Review
evidence that walking can be exciting, dangerous and, dare I say it, sexy' -- The Great Outdoors
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Andrew Stevenson takes to the tracks in the hiking heaven of New Zealand's famous wilderness areas. With insight and a gentle humour, he explores the spirit of this spectacular land and its people, provides an illuminating view of his fellowbackpackers, and reveals that, however much or little you may have in your rucksack, the heaviest baggage is what you carry inside
From Library Journal
These days, the travel sections of bookstores and libraries are so full that it's difficult for most writers to distinguish themselves. Stevenson, a professional travel writer who spent four months bopping around New Zealand, blends anthropological, biological, and practical observations for an irresistible read. He covers the rural and urban sections of both islands as well as national parks, ably describing the array of travel enthusiasts and native characters he encounters. Throughout, his writing is engaging without being cloying. People who enjoy travel writing for its own sake will like this, and those seeking "on the ground" information about New Zealand will also find it useful. For larger public libraries.
-David S. Azzolina, Univ. of Pennsylvania Libs., Philadelphia
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Review
evidence that walking can be exciting, dangerous and, dare I say it, sexy' -- The Great Outdoors