An extended stay in New Zealand determined the content of Gillian Orrell’s first book. New Boots in New Zealand is a humorous, first-hand account of walking the nine Great Walks of New Zealand, encompassing many additional facts, anecdotes and insights about New Zealand’s culture, history and peoples. Deciding to go solo, Gillian accomplished all nine walks in the space of a few months, not only learning all she needed to know about tramping but also a huge amount about New Zealand. This superbly written and hugely enjoyable book is the result of her efforts. It describes what tramping in New Zealand is really like, offering handy tips and wry observations that you won’t find anywhere else.
New Boots in New Zealand is aimed at both first-time and experienced trampers, anyone who intends to go on any of the Great Walks, as well as armchair travellers of all ages.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Gillian Orrell was educated at Oxford University, before working for nine years as a Chartered Accountant and Management Consultant in London. She then took sabbatical leave to pursue writing as a career. In her spare time, Gillian plays the piano and also writes – and occasionally performs – comic songs. She lives in Hexham in the north of England, close to some of Britain’s greatest walks.
Reviews
"In discovering for herself what New Zealand tramping is all about, she has given a fabulous guide to the walks and hopefully a desire to give it a go and see for themselves what New Zealand has to offer away from the bright lights and city streets. Highly recommended for everyone." Marlborough Express.
SPECIFICATIONS
Size: 210 x 135mm
Format: Paperback
Extent: 311 pages
Coloured photographs + maps
Weight: 500 gms
First published: October 2006
ISBN: 978-0-908988-89-1
