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Beyond adventure : an inner journey / by Colin Mortlock ; foreword by Chris Bonington.

By: Mortlock, Colin.
Material type: materialTypeLabelBookPublisher: Milnthorpe : Cicerone, 2001Description: 139 p. ; 21 cm.ISBN: 1852843322; 9781852843328.Subject(s): Mortlock, Colin | Mortlock, Colin -- Journeys | Outdoor life | Outdoor life -- Psychological aspects | Spiritual life | Nature -- Philosophy | Sport | Active outdoor pursuits | Travel & holiday guides | Outdoor PursuitsDDC classification: 796.5092 MOR Summary: This work looks beyond the excitement of adventure and exploration to investigate the relationship between man and nature. An account of an intensely personal journey, the book should appeal to all who love the outdoors.
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General lending MTU Kerry North Campus Library First Floor Main 796.5092 MOR (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 38888000788699
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Following the author's previous book, The Adventure Alternative, this book is based on the experiences garnered from long solo expeditions in wild places. The inspiration for these journeys initially came from the writings of John Muir.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 116-118).

This work looks beyond the excitement of adventure and exploration to investigate the relationship between man and nature. An account of an intensely personal journey, the book should appeal to all who love the outdoors.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

  • Foreword (p. 6)
  • Preface (p. 7)
  • Introduction (p. 9)
  • Chapter 1 Self (p. 12)
  • Chapter 2 Deeper into Self (p. 20)
  • Chapter 3 The Impact of Other People (p. 25)
  • Chapter 4 The Impact of Nature (p. 33)
  • Chapter 5 Sea Kayaking and Alaska (p. 46)
  • Chapter 6 Elemental Experiences (p. 54)
  • Chapter 7 Wild Flowers and Trekking (p. 63)
  • Chapter 8 Further Reflections (p. 69)
  • Chapter 9 A Pilgrim in the Wild (p. 75)
  • Chapter 10 Seeking Unity with Nature (p. 82)
  • Chapter 11 Inner Resources (p. 90)
  • Chapter 12 A Framework of Values (p. 101)
  • Epilogue: Back to the Wilderness (p. 110)
  • Endnotes (p. 112)
  • Bibliography (p. 116)
  • Appendix A Basic Beliefs (p. 119)
  • Appendix B Outdoor Education (p. 121)
  • Appendix C Inner Resources (p. 122)
  • Appendix D Inner Self and Ideal Self (p. 124)