The Spare Time Book: A Practical Guide to Adventure

£8.00

Penguin Handbook 1st edition, published 1961.

This remarkable handbook represents the spirit of post-war adventure and self-reliance, offering comprehensive guidance for those seeking excitement beyond conventional leisure activities.

This collectible adventure guide features:

  • Complete practical sections on outdoor exploration and survival techniques

  • Detailed chapters covering winter sports, mountaineering, and wilderness skills

  • Comprehensive advice on budget travel and adventure planning

  • Authentic 1960s perspective on leisure activities and personal development

  • Historical insights into adventure culture during Britain's social transformation

Condition grading: Good. Some wear to cover edges. Corner missing from bottom left rear cover. Some wear to spine ends. Binding tight. The photographs form part of the description.

Penguin Handbook 1st edition, published 1961.

This remarkable handbook represents the spirit of post-war adventure and self-reliance, offering comprehensive guidance for those seeking excitement beyond conventional leisure activities.

This collectible adventure guide features:

  • Complete practical sections on outdoor exploration and survival techniques

  • Detailed chapters covering winter sports, mountaineering, and wilderness skills

  • Comprehensive advice on budget travel and adventure planning

  • Authentic 1960s perspective on leisure activities and personal development

  • Historical insights into adventure culture during Britain's social transformation

Condition grading: Good. Some wear to cover edges. Corner missing from bottom left rear cover. Some wear to spine ends. Binding tight. The photographs form part of the description.