Cairngorm John
A life in mountain rescue
John Allen author Sir Chris Bonington editor
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Vertebrate Publishing Ltd
Published:26th Oct '23
Should be back in stock very soon
‘A fascinating account of a man of great humility and remarkable courage.’ – The Daily Record.
The Cairngorm mountains in Scotland are a magnet for climbers and walkers. John Allen spent more than thirty years in the Cairngorm Mountain Rescue Team saving the lost and injured, and in Cairngorm John he shares stories of life and death, alongside discussions of hypothermia, first aid, new technology and rescue dogs. Allen's book is a must-read for anyone who spends time in the great outdoors, whether as a casual hillwalker or as part of a mountain rescue team.
This latest edition includes additional photographs and new chapters discussing how mountain rescue has developed in the early years of the twenty-first century.
‘Indispensable to those who love the hills. The stories it contains are poignant and full of emotion.’
* The Inverness Courier *‘A fascinating account of a man of great humility and remarkable courage.’
* The Daily Record *‘The twisting mix of sadness and wit are blended together with perfection. Kick Ass Day and the true meaning of TLC are the kind of priceless gems that we all need.’
-- Neil Woodhead * Mountain Rescue Magazine *‘Cairngorm John portrays the human side of mountain rescue, clearly demonstrating the emotional roller coaster that's involved, as well as the camaraderie that exists within teams like Cairngorm Mountain Rescue.’
* TGO Magazine *‘Allen’s book is an invaluable source.’
* Climber Magazi- Short-listed for Boardman Tasker Prize for Mountain Literature 2009
ISBN: 9781839812170
Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 25mm
Weight: 350g
400 pages
New edition