Abode of the Gods : Tales of Trekking in Nepal

Eight treks. Eight first encounters with the world's greatest mountain range. In this vivid and deeply personal book, Kev Reynolds draws on his journals to bring to life eight expeditions into the Nepal Himalaya, from the Kangchenjunga Base Camps and the Annapurna Sanctuary to the remote hidden valleys of Dolpo, the far western reaches of Api and Mugu, and the trails north of Kathmandu through Langtang and Helambu. Written with reverence, curiosity, and an ongoing love of the mountains, these accounts capture the true spirit of Himalayan trekking through the eyes of one of the outdoor world's most perceptive and widely loved writers. Experience the full richness of Himalayan trekking life through Kev's encounters with local people, mountain guides, and fellow travellers. His words bring alive the scents of rhododendron jungles, the sight of terraced hillsides and ancient temples, and the overwhelming scale of the peaks themselves. Discover the hidden valleys of Inner Dolpo and the remote far west of Nepal through two of the most remarkable chapters, exploring landscapes that were locked away from the outside world for generations and remain among the least-visited trekking destinations on earth. Follow the evolution of Kev's relationship with Nepal across three decades of return visits, from his first awestruck encounter with the Himalaya in 1989 to a final journey to Mugu in 2012, tracing the changes in the mountains and their people over a remarkable period of history. Essential reading for anyone drawn to the Nepal Himalaya, whether you are planning your first trek or reliving the experiences of a lifetime in the mountains—a book to treasure and return to.