Camping Voyages on German Rivers (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Macdonell, Arthur A.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1333874936 ISBN 13 : 9781333874933

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore the rivers of late 19th‑century Germany from a canoeist’s eye.

This travelogue follows two adventurers as they navigate the Main and other German waterways, sharing practical tips for camping, landing, and steering through changing currents. Readers glimpse riverside life, local inns, weirs, and the challenges and rewards of long river journeys, all told with vivid scenes and a calm, curious voice.

Part travelogue, part manual, the book blends field-tested navigation know‑how with memorable scenes—from camping by quiet banks to paddling past water wheels and busy mill roads. It offers concrete observations, gentle humor, and a sense of discovery that honors the craft of canoe travel while revealing the character of the German rivers and the towns that line them.

• Hands‑on guidance for camping and docking along European waterways.
• Plain‑spoken descriptions of river features, hazards, and practical river lore.
• Historical coloring of places and the people encountered on the water.
• Inspiration for adventurous readers craving real, on‑the‑water experience.

Ideal for readers who love travel narratives, river histories, and practical outdoor know‑how, especially those curious about canoe travel on historic German rivers.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1333874936
• ISBN 13: 9781333874933
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 340
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