After Kilimanjaro

Author : Gayle Woodson
Publisher : She Writes Press
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2019-10-08
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781631526619

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After Kilimanjaro by Gayle Woodson Pdf

Dr. Sarah Whitaker has always been an obedient overachiever, but she is burned out. Training to be a surgeon is stressful. So when her fiancé, David, offers a solution—take a break year at a hospital in Africa and climb Mount Kilimanjaro together—she jumps on board. When he backs out, she embarks on the adventure alone. Sarah quickly falls in love with Tanzania, a land of gentle people, exotic wildlife, and stunning natural beauty, from the sands of Zanzibar to the peaks of Kilimanjaro. She also develops great respect for new Tanzanian friends: strong African women who strive to serve an overwhelming need for health care. Shocked by the high rate of maternal mortality and the scourge of female genital mutilation in the country, Sarah begins to speak out against FGM and develops an experimental program to train tribal birth attendants in a remote mountain village. Conditions are primitive there, and life is fragile. The separation takes its toll on her relationship with David, and she fights against feelings for another man. As the months pass, one thing becomes clear: if Sarah survives this year, her life will never be the same again.

Author : Henry Stedman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Hiking
ISBN : 1873756658

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Kilimanjaro by Henry Stedman Pdf

This new guide is written in the proven Trailblazer style--with detailed walking maps showing hiking times, points of interest, and gradients.

Author : Daniel Dorr
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2010-08-03
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781594853715

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Kissing Kilimanjaro by Daniel Dorr Pdf

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FIRST CHAPTER (Provide us with a little information and we'll send your download directly to your inbox) * Entertaining climbing narrative about a destination many dream of visiting * Perfect gift for adventure travelers and climbers alike * Dorr's story was featured on the Outdoor Life Network's "Countdown to the 25 Most Dangerous Places" Mount Kilimanjaro is sometimes called "Everyman's Everest" because it is possible for a novice climber to reach the summit. And every year, more than 30,000 adventure tourists try. But for each person who goes to the mountain, there are thousands more who chat about it at cocktail parties, making plans to go...someday. That's how Daniel Dorr got started: flirting with a beautiful brunette over hot cocoa and spouting impressive plans. Six months later, he was lying on the cold gravel trail at 18,000 feet, panting and hacking in the darkness. Dorr is a typical marketing exec by day but, amped up by his re-acquaintance with a romantic interest, he gained the determination to pursue one of his lifelong dreams -- summiting Kilimanjaro. When Dorr left behind the familiarity of his weekend-warrior lifestyle in Southern California to reach the top of the 19,340-foot peak, he didn't realize he would cross a threshold to a new way of life. As he fondles expensive hi-tech gear, gets vaccinated for the jungle, travels local-style across East Africa, and vomits on top of the African continent, readers share in the rewards, both large and small, of reaching for personal fulfillment through adventure travel.

Author : Ludwig Ritter von Höhnel
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 478 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1894
Category : Africa, Central
ISBN : HARVARD:32044043337682

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Discovery of Lakes Rudolf and Stefanie by Ludwig Ritter von Höhnel Pdf

Author : Cameron Burns
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2006-08-08
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781594852121

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Kilimanjaro & East Africa by Cameron Burns Pdf

* More than 50 routes, including summit walk-ups and serious technical climbs * Includes information of travel to and from East Africa and the major trekking and climbing destinations * Also includes the standard trekking route on Mount Meru, Kilimanjaro's nearly 15,000-foot neighboring peak, and the trekking circuit in the Rwenzoris of Uganda, with detailed route descriptions to the three highest summits in the region-Mount Stanley, Mount Speke, and Mount Baker For trekkers or climbers hoping to reach the top of Kilimanjaro -- one of the coveted Seven Summits -- or challenge themselves on the remote spires of Mount Kenya, or explore East Africa's lesser-visited areas such as Mount Meru and the Rwenzoris of Uganda, this completely revised guide is ideal. Author Cameron Burns includes everything you need to know to plan a safe and successful visit to the region, including up-to-date trip planning information and prices, tips on transportation and places to stay, as well as the scoop on hiring outfitters and obtaining permits and visas. Also included are dozens of useful websites for the East African trekker/climber, do's and don'ts to help you stay safe, hundreds of useful personal observations from the author, and a handy glossary of several local languages.

Author : Tim Ward
Publisher : John Hunt Publishing
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781780993393

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Zombies on Kilimanjaro by Tim Ward Pdf

A father and son climb Mount Kilimanjaro. On the journey to the roof of Africa they traverse the treacherous terrain of fatherhood, divorce, dark secrets and old grudges, and forge an authentic adult relationship. The high-altitude trek takes them through some of the weirdest landscapes on the planet, and the final all-night climb to the frozen summit tests their endurance. On the way to the top father and son explore how our stories about ourselves can imprison us in the past, and the importance of letting go. The mountain too has a story to tell, a story about Climate Change and the future of humankind - a future etched all too clearly on Kilimanjaro’s retreating glaciers.

Author : Abisai Temba
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2020-01-29
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781728388311

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The Un-Walked Mile by Abisai Temba Pdf

This book is a result of long time research work about the origin of the Wa-Shaka people of Kilimanjaro Mountain area. The Wa-Shaka are known to have until now lived in Kilimanjaro for many hundreds of years. Till as late as now there is nobody who knows exactly who those people are, how they got to the Kilimanjaro Mountain area, from where they came from, or the factors that pushed from their places of origin to this Mountain area. A lot of attempts have made to get answers to the questions, but results were not encouraging. However, findings from this research work has shown that most past efforts have started from wrong premises, hence the failure before getting to any meaningful stage .However, as we read this book we will discover why past efforts have failed; we will be able to see a step by step, approach taken towards getting to the core problem identification, we will see the data collection process, the origin and destination process and ultimately the achievements realized. Walking the path has been quite a tough an achievement which has been realized only through this investigative work-hence, “The Un-walked Mile”

Author : E. Frank A
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2019-01-25
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0368196364

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The Flora of Kilimanjaro - a Field Guide by E. Frank A Pdf

This comprehensive field guide should be on your packing list for your Kilimanjaro climb. Written by Tusker Trail owners/guides Eddie and Amy Frank, and botanist Thomas Rüegg, the Field Guide opens up a whole new dimension to Kilimanjaro's magical landscape.

Author : Scott Carney
Publisher : Rodale Books
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2017-01-03
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781623366919

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What Doesn't Kill Us by Scott Carney Pdf

What Doesn't Kill Us, a New York Times bestseller, traces our evolutionary journey back to a time when survival depended on how well we adapted to the environment around us. Our ancestors crossed deserts, mountains, and oceans without even a whisper of what anyone today might consider modern technology. Those feats of endurance now seem impossible in an age where we take comfort for granted. But what if we could regain some of our lost evolutionary strength by simulating the environmental conditions of our ancestors? Investigative journalist and anthropologist Scott Carney takes up the challenge to find out: Can we hack our bodies and use the environment to stimulate our inner biology? Helping him in his search for the answers is Dutch fitness guru Wim Hof, whose ability to control his body temperature in extreme cold has sparked a whirlwind of scientific study. Carney also enlists input from an Army scientist, a world-famous surfer, the founders of an obstacle course race movement, and ordinary people who have documented how they have cured autoimmune diseases, lost weight, and reversed diabetes. In the process, he chronicles his own transformational journey as he pushes his body and mind to the edge of endurance, a quest that culminates in a record-bending, 28-hour climb to the snowy peak of Mt. Kilimanjaro wearing nothing but a pair of running shorts and sneakers. An ambitious blend of investigative reporting and participatory journalism, What Doesn’t Kill Us explores the true connection between the mind and the body and reveals the science that allows us to push past our perceived limitations.

Author : Bob Sehlinger,Len Testa
Publisher : The Unofficial Guides
Page : 768 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2021-04-06
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781628091113

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The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World 2021 by Bob Sehlinger,Len Testa Pdf

Get the Trusted Source of Information for a Successful Walt Disney World Vacation The best-selling independent guide to Walt Disney World has everything you need to plan your family’s trip—hassle-free. Whether you are planning your annual vacation to Walt Disney World or preparing for your first visit ever, this book gives you the insider scoop on hotels, restaurants, and attractions. The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World 2021 explains how Walt Disney World works and how to use that knowledge to make every minute and every dollar of your vacation count. With an Unofficial Guide in hand—and with authors Bob Sehlinger and Len Testa as guides—find out what’s available in every category, from best to worst, and get step-by-step, detailed plans to help make the most of your time at Walt Disney World. There have been lots of changes at Walt Disney World, from park opening procedures, to rides, restaurants, and hotels. Here’s what’s NEW in the 2021 book: When to visit Walt Disney World to get lower crowds and bigger hotel discounts Details on how COVID-19 and social distancing measures have impacted Walt Disney World Resort Tips on how to get a spot to experience Disney's fantastic new Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance blockbuster attraction How to "Rope Drop" Disney theme parks to get on the most popular rides faster Ten tips for finding the cheapest Disney World tickets (and a free online search tool to do all the work for you) The latest on discounted stroller rentals, car rentals, and vacation homes Reviews of Disney's swanky new Riviera Resort, plus the new Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway and Remy's Ratatouille Adventure rides for families The best hotel rooms to request at every Disney resort

Author : Laura Waterman,Guy Waterman
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2012-08-16
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781594853326

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A Fine Kind of Madness by Laura Waterman,Guy Waterman Pdf

* Written by Guy Waterman, one of the Northeast's most highly respected outdoor writers * Blend of imaginative fiction and nonfiction offers an alternative to today's personality-centered climbing writing * Guy Waterman's last work In this standout collection of the writings Guy Waterman and Laura Waterman readers will discover a rich blend of outdoor adventures great and small. Some fiction, some nonfiction, all these stories explore the basic impulse to climb, its roots, and the underlying drives of remarkable individual climbers. One story, a fictionalized letter exchange between two ambitious female climbers of the Victorian Era-Fanny Bullock Workman and Annie Peck-captures the competitive spirit between them. The true story A Night in Odell Gully demonstrates that serious climbers know, better than almost anyone else in our sheltered modern life, what death and dying means. This collection is certain to be a touchstone for all who are drawn to the mountains.Only the weak fear criticism.

Author : Alex Stewart
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2018-04-17
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781783625765

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Kilimanjaro by Alex Stewart Pdf

At 5895m, Kilimanjaro is Africa's highest point and the highest freestanding mountain in the world, yet it is possible to reach its summit, Uhuru Peak, without any technical climbing ability. Those who do make it to 'the Roof of Africa' are richly rewarded, enjoying outstanding views, the unique experience of being 'on top of the world' and, of course, a tremendous sense of achievement. This practical guidebook is split into four parts and includes all the information needed to fully prepare and undertake a successful trek. The first chapter covers preparation and practicalities, offering guidance on how to choose a route and an outfitter, along with extensive information on travel, equipment, health considerations, guides and porters and ethical trekking. The second chapter tells the story of Kilimanjaro and the people, plants and wildlife of the region, presenting a fascinating insight to enrich your trip. This is followed by a description of the six main ascent routes - the Marangu, Machame, Umbwe, Lemosho, Shira and Rongai Routes, plus three summit routes, two descent routes and the circuit path which circumnavigates the mountain.

Author : Peter Aleshire
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781438106687

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Mountains by Peter Aleshire Pdf

This book takes readers on a globe-spanning tour of dramatic mountain formations, from block mountains to volcanic sea mountains to high-altitude-landform "sky islands." The direct text invites attention to the complexity of th.

Author : Royal Geographical Society (Great Britain)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 876 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1890
Category : Electronic journals
ISBN : STANFORD:36105024629839

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Proceedings of the Royal Geographical Society and Monthly Record of Geography by Royal Geographical Society (Great Britain) Pdf

Author : Arne Perras
Publisher : Clarendon Press
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2004-07-22
Category : History
ISBN : 9780191514722

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Carl Peters and German Imperialism 1856-1918 by Arne Perras Pdf

Carl Peters (1856-1918) ranked among Germany's most prominent imperialists in the Bismarckian and Wilhelmine periods. In the 1880s he emerged as a leader of the colonial movement and became known as the founder of Deutsch-Ostafrika, a region many Germans regarded as the pearl of their overseas possessions. In Nazi Germany he was revered as a precursor of Hitler and ascended retrospectively to new glory as a pioneer in the struggle for Lebensraum. This scholarly biography examines Peters's nationalist agenda and sheds light on his colonial expeditions into East Africa. It seeks to explain how this young academic who had written about Schopenhauer and metaphysics eventually became a skilful agitator for a German world empire.