Description
About the Author
Stephen O'Shea is the author of several books about European history, including the acclaimed Back to the Front and Sea of Faith. He lives in Providence, Rhode Island.
Reviews
"Stephen O'Shea's sardonic, science-rich travelogue..." -- Nature
"His [Stephen O'Shea's] account of his journey, all 500 miles and seven countries of it, is a soaring success, erudite, entertaining and human... the Alps cry out to be explored. Start with this book." -- i paper
"Veteran traveller Stephen O'Shea takes the reader on a delightful 500-mile historical romp through the Alps... It is well worth making space in the rucksack for this on your next Alpine holiday." -- Geographical
Book Information
ISBN 9780393355697
Author Stephen O'Shea
Format Paperback
Page Count 336
Imprint WW Norton & Co
Publisher WW Norton & Co
Weight(grams) 270g
Dimensions(mm) 211mm * 140mm * 23mm