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Of Caves and Caving: A Way and a Life (Paperback)

by John E. Gillett (Author)

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Paperback: 236 pages
Publisher: iUniverse.com (1 Jan 2001)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0595220576
ISBN-13: 978-0595220571
Product Dimensions: 22.8 x 15.2 x 1.8 cm

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5.0 out of 5 stars Of Caves and Caving by John Gillett, 11 Aug 2003

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A full odyssey of caving adventures is described in this book by an experienced British caver. Detailed descriptions are given, not only of the caves themselves but also of the people, the settings, the equipment and the anecdotes from detailed diaries recorded over 40 years. The book covers caves and potholes both in the UK, mainland Europe and the USA.

Amongst the many exciting trips described is: a descent into the deepest cave in France by a multi-national team, a trip via canoe, a trip via light aircraft, a trip through the longest cave in France in a weekend, a trip with risk of bears, a family trip, a trip with frogs – the list goes on…

This book is appealing to all readers – especially non-cavers. It answers fundamental questions that non-cavers might ask like: What is caving? Why do people do it? It illustrates how can you get full appreciation from an outdoor sport by using all your 5 senses and developing your skills.

The book takes a philosophical approach to caving that could be applied to other areas of life. Life is a journey of discovery and each caving trip is eloquently described to illustrate this.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Of Caves and Caving by John Gillett, 11 Aug 2003

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A full odyssey of caving adventures is described in this book by a very experienced British caver. Detailed descriptions are given, not only of the caves themselves but also of the people, the settings, the equipment and the anecdotes from detailed diaries and logbooks recorded over 40 years. The book covers caves and potholes both in the UK, mainland Europe and the USA.

Amongst the many exciting trips described is: a descent into the deepest cave in France by a huge multi-national team, a trip via canoe, a trip via light aircraft, a trip through the longest cave in France in Weekend, a trip with risk of bears, a family trip, a trip with frogs - the list goes on...

This book is appealing to all readers - especially non-cavers. It answers fundamental questions that non-cavers might ask like: What is caving? Why do people do it? It illustrates how can you get full appreciation from an outdoor sport by using all your 5 senses and developing your skills.

The book takes a philosophical approach to caving that could be applied to other areas of life. Life is a journey of discovery and each caving trip is eloquently described to illustrate this.

Cathy J Davis 11/8/03

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