William Kemsley Jr

Selected Works

Nonfiction

Backpacker & Hiker’s Handbook: Seven Decades of Trail Wisdom
A 'how to' with insider’s view of trails movement and key players who launched it.

The Whole Hiker’s Handbook
The definitive sourcebook featuring the best from Backpacker magazine.

Backpacking Equipment Buyer’s Guide
Keeping well-equipped on the trail while getting the most for your money.

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Works

Backpacker & Hiker’s Handbook: Seven Decades of Trail Wisdom
Veteran backpacker shares his experiences, knowledge, insight and wisdom with anyone interested in hiking the backcountry. An authoritative book on the safety and comforts of travel by foot in the back country.

The Whole Hiker’s Handbook
The first book to cover every aspect of hiking. A complete, fully illustrated source book of practical -- and pleasurable -- hiking informaiton, it includes over 150 articles from Backpacker magazine, the foremost publication in the field, as well as many, many new and original pieces written especially for this book.

Backpacking Equipment Buyer’s Guide