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Shows how to determine locations in the wilderness, in a desert, in snow-covered areas, and on the ocean, applying methods used by aboriginal peoples and early explorers.
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142 of 145 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is a classic text which need never change over the course of decades, if not centuries. It was actually written in 1957 but is not "dated" in any way. In fact it is unlikely that a more modern author would have had such a comprehensive range of experience. The author was an experienced pathfinder and has written up his experiences of navigation in this excellent book. In this modern age where GPS positioning is the norm, one tends to think of the subject of navigation as being beyond the ordinary skills of the lay person. Gatty shows how these skills can be learned and explains how some simple rules of thumb about moss on trees etc can be misleading on their own. He shows how one develops a sense of direction not from one sign, but from a consensus of signs, giving a high confidence.
One eye opening aspect of the subject is the tale of the Polynesians and their magnificent navigational achievements. Captain Cook "discovered" islands in the pacific that were in fact never lost. Not only that, Cook's ship was smaller than the local catamarans! The history books are all written from the western perspective, treating the natives as "primitives". This whole concept of "primitives" is shown to be wrong and one gains a much better sense of the true history. This gives one a broader outlook on life in general and the wrongs that were perpetrated on less technologically advanced races.
With artificial lighting and digital time keeping we can become very detached from the natural world. This inexpensive book helps redress this imbalance and shows us how to rapidly find our bearings in a strange location.
Leslie Green CEng MIEE
20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
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If you want to read this book and then find your way about immediately you may struggle. There is a considerable amount of information presented in a highly readable and enjoyable(if slightly verbose) format.
I found that to utilise the information within I had to go back through the book and make bullet points extracting the useful data from the wealth of text. Once I had done so I realised how useful this book really is.
A previous career of mine was as a (Qualified) mountain Leader and I relied heavily upon a compass and map. With practice and using my summarised notes taken from this book I think in the future the compass will become a nicety not a necessity.
A book written from passion and experience, an enjoyable and interesting read even if you do not intend to navigate by natural means. It would also serve people well who have an interest in how earlier genrerations and 'the primitives' navigated around the world prior to these inventions that we have become so reliant upon.
I found that to utilise the information within I had to go back through the book and make bullet points extracting the useful data from the wealth of text. Once I had done so I realised how useful this book really is.
A previous career of mine was as a (Qualified) mountain Leader and I relied heavily upon a compass and map. With practice and using my summarised notes taken from this book I think in the future the compass will become a nicety not a necessity.
A book written from passion and experience, an enjoyable and interesting read even if you do not intend to navigate by natural means. It would also serve people well who have an interest in how earlier genrerations and 'the primitives' navigated around the world prior to these inventions that we have become so reliant upon.
27 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
the information in this book will be useful to any navigator weather they be a pilot salor walker. I have advised many outward bound youngsters not to rely soly on electronic gadgets such as GPS, or electronic compass. this is because electronics develop faults and batteries go flat at the most impracticable times. for the same reason it is good advice not to rely on a compass as your only way of finding your direction. this book makes you aware of many natural aspects of the environment that can help you become aware of the direction your are travelling by just glancing at your surroundings. I have used the methods in this book to successfully navigate all day hikes in unfamilier areas.
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Lost?
Good book but more comprehensive than I required, really only wanted tips for getting around in the UK whereas this book covers deserts and Island hopping as well, great book for a... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Terry Evans
Harold Gatty's Find Your Way Without A Map
Very interesting book. Buy if you wish to find your way from A to B using the beauty of what nature provides (and also to impress/shock those that doubt you when you say you don't... Read more
Published 7 months ago by G
A fascinating read.
A fascinating read for anyone who regularly uses navigational aids and equipment such as map and compass, GPS, etc. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Amsburian
Dated but good.
A very good book although prospective buyers should be aware that it was written in the 1950's and can seem a little laboured. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Capt. Trips
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So,your stuck in some place you dont know the locale well.
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Published 9 months ago by B
A Wealth of Knowledge on Observing Nature
Harold Gatty's career speaks for itself and this book is so comprehensive it must contain almost everything he learned on interpreting those signs of nature that can tell you where... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Frank Schauss
Good Deal
The book was in excellent condition, promptly delivered over the Christmas period.
I was surprised to see the extent and nature of the content of the book for the price... Read more
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Published on 23 Jan 2010 by Poor Old Joe
Appendix to Leslie Green's Review
I entirely support the remarks made below by Leslie Green giving a 5 star rating. If you are looking for Harold Gatty's classic 'Nature is Your Guide', do not make my mistake and... Read more
Published on 29 Oct 2007 by J. Noon
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