Explore the world's most iconic walking destinations through stunning photographs and essays that capture the beauty and majesty of nature. Discover the epic drama of mountain trails, windswept coastal paths, dense forest walks and the immense canyons, glaciers and ocean vistas only your feet can take you to. Vivid essays introduce the world's best trekking regions—from the Himalayas to the Andes, the wilds of the Scottish Highlands to the dusty Australian Outback—exploring the challenges of walking these paths, the history of their formation and the sense of exploration and wonder to be found along these distinctive routes. Each route is accompanied by stunning photography, showcasing the variety of terrains and their magnificent vistas. "An absolute 'must' for armchair travelers, aspiring mountaineers, and ambitious world travelers." —Midwest Book Review