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Discover the legendary Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB), one of the world's most renowned long-distance hiking trails. Traverse a diverse tapestry of landscapes, alpine meadows, glacial valleys, rugged peaks, and picturesque mountain villages. This multi-day circular route covers 170 km (105 miles), beginning and ending in Les Houches, guiding you past welcoming refuges, sparkling streams, cascading waterfalls, and awe-inspiring mountain vistas. Perfect for fit walkers who have some long-distance hiking experience, this comprehensive guidebook divides the Tour du Mont Blanc into 11 manageable daily stages. Follow the journey as it winds through the enchanting alpine villages of Les Houches and Les Contamines, as well as the picturesque Italian town of Courmayeur. Along the way, experience a harmonious blend of spectacular mountain views, genuine hospitality, and memorable cultural encounters. The Tour du Mont Blanc is described in both anti-clockwise and clockwise directions, allowing you to tailor your journey from Les Houches through key locations such as Les Contamines and Courmayeur, to accommodate your transport, accommodation, or preferred mountain conditions.Clear, step-by-step directions guide you around the full TMB circuit, with 1:100,000 IGN planning maps and downloadable GPX files to help you navigate between iconic villages and mountain passes, including Les Houches, Les Contamines, and Courmayeur.Each stage includes detailed, stage-by-stage route descriptions and suggested itineraries for completing the Tour du Mont Blanc in 9, 7, or 5 days, with daily start and finish points in villages such as Les Houches, Les Contamines, and Courmayeur.For every stage: start/finish points, distance, estimated walking time, elevation profiles, terrain summaries, refreshment stops, and accommodation options in villages including Les Houches, Les Contamines, and Courmayeur.Stage facilities planner helps you estimate distances to the next refreshments, accommodations, and notable high points, with details for popular stopping points across the route such as Les Houches, Courmayeur, and Les Contamines.Refreshment stops and accommodation options are highlighted for each stage, with special notes on trail-side facilities in Les Houches, Courmayeur, and Les Contamines, essential hubs for walkers along the circuit.A pocket-sized map booklet (available separately) with detailed 1:25,000 IGN maps ensures confident navigation through every stage, from Les Houches to Courmayeur and beyond. Plan your Tour du Mont Blanc adventure with confidence and experience one of the world’s greatest long-distance walks with this definitive guidebook.

From the darkly erotic poetry of Sappho to the bawdy advice of Ovid, love is a ubiquitous theme in Classical poetry. This newly revised edition collects the best short poems and extracts from the Classical tradition, by authors including Virgil, Homer, Catullus, Horace, Sappho and Ovid, and illustrates them with the finest Classical and classically inspired pieces from the British Museum’s extensive collection. With an engaging and informative introduction on love in Classical poetry and a short biographical note on each of the poets covered, Classical Love Poetry is a delightful exploration of the treasures of Classical literature and art that will be equally appreciated by aficionados and those coming to the poems for the first time.

In recent years, interest in Rameau’s operas has grown enormously. These works are no longer regarded as peripheral by performers and audiences but are increasingly staged in the world’s major opera houses and festivals, while the production of first-rate recordings on CD and DVD continues to flourish. Such welcome developments have gone hand in hand with an upsurge in research on Rameau and his period. The present volume, devoted solely to the composer’s operas, reflects this scholarly activity. It brings together a substantial group of essays by an international team of scholars on a wide range of aspects of Rameau’s operas. The individual essays are informed by a variety of disciplines or sub-disciplines including literature, archival studies, musical analysis, gender studies, ballet and choreography, dramaturgy and staging. The contents are addressed to a wide readership, including not only scholars but also practical musicians, stage directors, dancers and choreographers.

The book provides deep insight into the processes of digital transformation of banking according to economic, institutional, and social dimensions. Together with the transformation of incumbent banks, the processes result in changes in the scope of existing banking services. Moreover, new entities (FinTech firms) partner with incumbent banks and reshape the banking sector and its financial environment.The far-reaching transformation of banks and the banking sectors is accompanied by some institutional and socioeconomic processes. Regarding institutional processes, the book provides insight into the digitalization of the banking sector from a legal point of view. Traditionally, banking is strongly regulated by norms and rules and this status should be maintained when new entities are entering the sector and/or when new technological solutions contribute to the provision of banking services. Regarding socioeconomic processes, it must be highlighted that digitalization is exerting a powerful impact on societies. One significant example, among others, is the increase in the financial inclusion of disadvantaged groups (especially customers either underserved by the traditional financial sector or unbanked). The socioeconomic aspect, however, has a much greater dimension and its selected aspects are described in this book.The principal audience of the book will be scholars in the fields of banking and finance, but also other related disciplines in the social sciences that are of particular relevance to the banking sector’s digital transformation. This includes legal science, management, and psychology. The book also targets professionals in the financial industry interested in the impact of new financial technologies on banking sectors and bank services, particularly with a main focus on legal and socioeconomic dimensions.Chapter 10 of this book is freely available as a downloadable Open Access PDF at http://www.taylorfrancis.com under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND) 4.0 license.

The book provides deep insight into the processes of digital transformation of banking according to economic, institutional, and social dimensions. Together with the transformation of incumbent banks, the processes result in changes in the scope of existing banking services. Moreover, new entities (FinTech firms) partner with incumbent banks and reshape the banking sector and its financial environment.The far-reaching transformation of banks and the banking sectors is accompanied by some institutional and socioeconomic processes. Regarding institutional processes, the book provides insight into the digitalization of the banking sector from a legal point of view. Traditionally, banking is strongly regulated by norms and rules and this status should be maintained when new entities are entering the sector and/or when new technological solutions contribute to the provision of banking services. Regarding socioeconomic processes, it must be highlighted that digitalization is exerting a powerful impact on societies. One significant example, among others, is the increase in the financial inclusion of disadvantaged groups (especially customers either underserved by the traditional financial sector or unbanked). The socioeconomic aspect, however, has a much greater dimension and its selected aspects are described in this book.The principal audience of the book will be scholars in the fields of banking and finance, but also other related disciplines in the social sciences that are of particular relevance to the banking sector’s digital transformation. This includes legal science, management, and psychology. The book also targets professionals in the financial industry interested in the impact of new financial technologies on banking sectors and bank services, particularly with a main focus on legal and socioeconomic dimensions.Chapter 10 of this book is freely available as a downloadable Open Access PDF at http://www.taylorfrancis.com under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND) 4.0 license.

The Art of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry is an engaging and authoritative account of the essential skills required to practice child and adolescent psychiatry for all those working in children's mental health, from trainees to experienced professionals in paediatrics, psychiatry, psychology, and psychotherapy. The practical tasks of meeting the child and family, planning treatments, and working with colleagues are all covered, building on existing texts that mainly focus on diagnostic criteria, protocols, and laws. This book respects the evidence base, while also pointing out its limitations, and suggests ways in which to deal with these. Psychiatry is placed within broader frameworks including strategy, learning, management, philosophy, ethics, and interpersonal relations. With over 200 educational vignettes of the authors' vast experience in the field, the book is also highly illustrated. The Art of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry is an indispensable guide to thoughtful practice in children's mental health.

In recent years, interest in Rameau’s operas has grown enormously. These works are no longer regarded as peripheral by performers and audiences but are increasingly staged in the world’s major opera houses and festivals, while the production of first-rate recordings on CD and DVD continues to flourish. Such welcome developments have gone hand in hand with an upsurge in research on Rameau and his period. The present volume, devoted solely to the composer’s operas, reflects this scholarly activity. It brings together a substantial group of essays by an international team of scholars on a wide range of aspects of Rameau’s operas. The individual essays are informed by a variety of disciplines or sub-disciplines including literature, archival studies, musical analysis, gender studies, ballet and choreography, dramaturgy and staging. The contents are addressed to a wide readership, including not only scholars but also practical musicians, stage directors, dancers and choreographers.

A guidebook to 50 graded day walks in Switzerland’s Valais. Exploring the areas around the towns of Zermatt and Saas-Fee in the Mattertal and Saastal valleys, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike.Walks range from 4 to 29km (3–18 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–10 hours. The routes make the most of the area's extensive network of well-made mountain paths and its lift system to explore Europe’s highest mountains. 1:50,000 maps included for each routeGPX files available to downloadDetailed information on planning, transport and amenitiesHighlights include the Swiss 4000m giants Matterhorn and Monte Rosa

A guidebook to 35 day walks and 2 multi-day hikes in Switzerland’s Arolla and Zinal. Exploring the beautiful scenery of Val d’Herens and Val d’Anniviers, west of Zermatt, the routes are generally long and high but on well-maintained paths, with some calling for a good head for heights.Day walks range from 9 to 22km (6–14 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–10 hours. The routes are graded allowing you to choose routes suitable for your ability. Two multi-day hikes are also outlined, combining the day walks described. 1:50,000 maps are included for each walkGPX files available to downloadDetailed information on planning, facilities and public transportHighlights include Dent Blanche and Lac Bleu

Discover the awe-inspiring landscapes of Switzerland’s Bernese Oberland, where the iconic peaks of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau tower above glistening lakes, deep valleys, and vibrant alpine meadows. Highlights include classic panorama trails, ascents to accessible summits, and visits to alpine lakes and huts, all offering unforgettable views of the Wetterhorn, Schynige Platte, Bachsee, and the cascading waterfalls plunging into the Lauterbrunnen valley. Ideal for fit walkers accustomed to days out in the hills, this comprehensive Cicerone guidebook features 50 exceptional day walks through Grindelwald, Wengen, the Lauterbrunnen Valley, and Mürren in the Bernese Oberland. Each route reveals the chocolate-box beauty and dramatic scenery at the heart of the Swiss Alps. Walks are graded by difficulty, making it easy to find the perfect adventure for your experience and ambitions. Many routes take advantage of the region’s extensive network of buses, mountain trains, and cable cars, offering easy access to high-altitude trails and breathtaking panoramic viewpoints. Explore celebrated Bernese Oberland destinations, including Grindelwald, Wengen, Lauterbrunnen, Mürren, and through routes from Meiringen to Griesalp, each a gateway to unforgettable mountain days. Routes range from gentle 5km (3-mile) strolls to challenging 23km (14-mile) treks, with walking times from 1 to 10 hours.The Bernese Oberland is best enjoyed between early June and mid-October, as lower and mid-altitude walks become accessible when the snows melt and wildflowers bloom.Features 1:50,000 maps and downloadable GPX tracks for every walk in the Bernese Oberland, ensuring straightforward navigation and clear route-finding, even in the high Alps. Each route description includes an at-a-glance information box with distance, ascent and descent, estimated time, grade, start and finish points, public transport access, and main refreshment opportunities, perfect for planning your days in the Alps.Practical advice covers everything you need for your Bernese Oberland trek: essential equipment, preparation, travel, discount cards and passes, mountain safety, accommodation, mountain huts, berghotels, and refreshment stops, so your time in the Jungfrau region is enjoyable and worry-free.Features summary tables for quick route comparison, including highlights, distance (km), ascent (m), descent (m), grade (1–4), and time (hr/min), making it easy to evaluate and plan your Bernese Oberland walks at a glance.Walks are graded into three levels: easy hiking trails (yellow), mountain hiking trails (red-and-white), and alpine routes (blue-and-white), so you can choose your Bernese Oberland walk, from relaxed balcony walks and lakeside rambles to exposed mountain traverses and summit ascents. Plan your adventure in the Bernese Oberland with the definitive Cicerone guidebook and discover a region of limitless variety, where every trail leads to a new wonder and the spirit of Swiss mountain adventure awaits.

Discover the Lake District’s iconic beauty with this expertly curated collection of 15 short walks in and around Windermere, Ambleside and Grasmere. Each route has been handpicked for its stunning scenery, local interest and accessibility, inviting you to explore the heart of the Lake District National Park at a relaxed pace, perfect for families, newcomers and anyone seeking gentle adventure. Each walk comes with a clear, easy-to-follow Ordnance Survey® map and step-by-step route description, making navigation in the Lake District simple and enjoyable for walkers of all experience levels.Practical information is included for every route in the Windermere, Ambleside and Grasmere areas, covering parking, public transport options, facilities and must-see highlights, so you can focus on making the most of your day.Discover classic Lake District landscapes as you stroll through ancient woodlands, picturesque villages and along shimmering lakeshores, with panoramic viewpoints at Orrest Head, Wansfell and Loughrigg, the storybook charm of Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top, and the literary heritage of Wordsworth’s Grasmere.Routes range from 5 to 11km (all under three hours), including an optional longer challenge walk (Helm Crag), and are graded easy to moderate, with short climbs but no technical terrain, ideal for a relaxed outing or walk with the whole family in the Lake District.Enjoy the best of Lake District hospitality, with recommendations for welcoming pubs and cosy tea rooms along the way, plus expert tips for every season, from spring’s wildflowers and summer’s long days to autumn’s fiery colours and the crisp magic of winter walks. Part of Cicerone’s trusted Short Walks series, this Windermere, Ambleside and Grasmere guidebook is perfect for exploring the region’s most memorable walks. Whether you’re discovering waterfalls, caves and historic sites, or simply soaking up the views and vibrant village life, this guide offers everything you need for a rewarding day out in the Lake District’s most captivating corners.

Discover the legendary Tour du Mont Blanc (TMB), a spectacular circuit around the Mont Blanc massif, covering 170 km (105 miles) through France, Italy, and Switzerland. Starting and finishing in Les Houches, this iconic long-distance trek takes you past picturesque alpine villages, glacial valleys, and breathtaking mountain scenery on a rewarding journey through the heart of the Alps. This map book provides all the detailed mapping you need to walk the Tour du Mont Blanc: Features 1:25,000 IGN maps with the full route line clearly shown.Covers the entire TMB circuit, including alternative stages via Col de Tricot and Fenêtre d'Arpette.Suitable for walking the route in either direction.Compact and pocket-sized, ideal for your jacket pocket or rucksack.Includes urban maps of Les Houches, Les Contamines, Courmayeur, Champex, and Chamonix.Handy facilities planner, route summary tables, and accommodation listings to help you plan your itinerary.For step-by-step route descriptions, an accompanying Cicerone guidebook, 'Trekking the Tour du Mont Blanc', is also available. GPX files are available to download.Part of the Cicerone series for long-distance walkers. Plan your Tour du Mont Blanc adventure with confidence and enjoy every stage of this world-renowned trek, brought to you by Cicerone, the trusted experts in outdoor guidebooks.

The area around the western Yorkshire Dales offers a rich blend of river valleys, rolling fells, dramatic waterfalls and charming historic villages. From the deep Lune and Rawthey valleys around Sedbergh to the limestone crags and cascades of the Ingleton Waterfalls Trail and the quaint market town of Kirkby Lonsdale, this corner of the Dales combines lush pastoral dales, panoramic hillsides and fascinating heritage. 15 Short Walks in the Yorkshire Dales – Sedbergh, Kirkby Lonsdale and Ingleton brings together 15 of the best short day walks in this area, all under three hours and ranging from 3 to 11 km (1–7 miles). With easy-to-moderate terrain and minimal navigation complexity, this collection is perfect for those seeking family-friendly walks or a half-day outing that showcases the very best of these classic Dales surroundings. These 15 carefully selected walks explore the breadth of the western Yorkshire Dales — including tranquil riverside strolls around Sedbergh and the Rawthey, scenic limestone valleys like Barbondale, high viewpoints such as Wild Boar Fell and the cascades of the Ingleton Waterfalls TrailExperience the classic Dales valleys, riversides and villages in under three hours, with easy-to-follow route descriptions, clear Ordnance Survey maps and numbered points that tie maps to the textPractical details on parking, facilities and local highlights — from historic Pendragon Castle to Ruskin’s View and Farfield Mill — help you plan your day and select the perfect walkWalks start from key centres such as Sedbergh, Kirkby Lonsdale, Dent and Ingleton, giving you the flexibility to plan day trips or short breaks, with refreshment stops and scenic points woven into every routeDownloadable GPX files provide an optional digital navigation aid, making it simple to follow routes on your phone or GPS device while you explore rivers, waterfalls, fells and dales From limestone waterfalls and gentle riverside paths to open fells and historic market towns, this corner of the Yorkshire Dales rewards exploration in every season. With clear mapping, expert guidance and enticing local highlights at every turn, 15 Short Walks in the Yorkshire Dales – Sedbergh, Kirkby Lonsdale and Ingleton is your ideal companion for discovering the landscapes, heritage and tranquillity of one of England’s most scenic walking regions.

The Bernese Oberland lies at the heart of the Swiss Alps, home to some of the most iconic mountain scenery in Europe. Towering above deep glacial valleys and turquoise lakes are legendary peaks such as the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, backed by higher summits including the Finsteraarhorn and Schreckhorn. Well-engineered mountain paths cross high passes, circle glacier-clad massifs and link welcoming huts and traditional alpine villages, making this region one of the finest trekking destinations in the Alps. This guidebook brings together five outstanding multi-day treks in the Bernese Oberland, offering over a month of walking in total. Routes range from classic circuits beneath the great north faces to quieter western ranges and remote high passes. Accommodation options are plentiful, from remote hütten and characterful mountain inns to small valley hotels, while Switzerland’s excellent network of trains, buses and cable cars makes access straightforward. Most treks are achievable in under a week, though they can be combined or adapted to suit longer adventures.The Treks: Tour of the Jungfrau Region (TJR) – 119km, 9 stages, ±8250m – A classic hut-to-hut circuit around Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen and Mürren beneath the mighty Jungfrau massif. Starting and finishing in Grindelwald, under the Wetterhorn and Eiger, this varied route offers superb mountain views, flexible stage options and plentiful accommodation.The Bärentrek (Via Alpina, National Route 1) – 82km, 5 stages, +6120m / -5550m – The central section of Switzerland’s Via Alpina, linking Meiringen to Kandersteg beneath the Wetterhorn, Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Long but straightforward early stages lead to more challenging crossings of the Sefinenfurgga and Hohtürli passes. A tough and rewarding high-level traverse.Via Berna (Alpine Section) – 122km, 9 stages, +8280m / -6920m – A linear trek from lakeside Spiez to the remote Sustenpass, using sections of the Via Alpina and sharing stages with the TJR. This mountain-focused section explores the Oberland from Lake Thun through Lauterbrunnen, Grindelwald and Meiringen.Tour of the Wildstrubel – 127km, 6 stages, ±7500m – A circuit of the glaciated Wildstrubel massif from Kandersteg via Adelboden and Lenk, crossing the Rawilpass into Valais. Return options include the Gemmipass or the quieter Lötschental and Lötschenpass.Tour of the Wildhorn – 61km, 4 stages, ±4550m – A shorter but wild trek in the western Bernese Alps, beginning at Iffigenalp near Lenk. Crossing high terrain towards the Diablerets and into Valais, this compact route includes a pass at nearly 2900m.Across all five routes, trekkers encounter classic high passes such as the Hohtürli, Sefinenfurgga and Grosse Scheidegg; tranquil valleys including the upper Lauterbrunnen, Kiental and Kandertal; and beautiful alpine lakes such as Oeschinensee and Bachsee.The trekking season typically runs from mid-June to late September, with September often offering stable weather and quieter trails, though some accommodation closes at the end of the month.This guidebook includes: Full stage-by-stage route descriptions for all five Bernese Oberland treks, with clear daily distances, ascent and descent figures, route highlights and practical notes to help you plan realistic itinerariesDetailed mapping and route guidance, enabling confident navigation across high passes, mountain trails and valley approaches, with options for shortening, extending or linking stagesComprehensive accommodation listings for huts, mountain inns and valley hotels, including booking advice and guidance on planning overnight stops during the busy summer seasonExtensive planning information covering transport and access, including Switzerland’s integrated rail, bus and cable-car network, discount travel passes and advice on reaching start and finish pointsSeasonal and safety advice for trekking in the Bernese Oberland, including guidance on snow conditions, high-pass crossings, fitness requirements and adapting plans to weather or time constraints From the celebrated peaks of the central Oberland to the quieter western massifs, Trekking in the Bernese Oberland offers a diverse collection of classic Alpine journeys. Whether you are planning a first Swiss hut-to-hut adventure or seeking more challenging high-pass crossings, this guide provides everything you need to explore one of the Alps’ most spectacular trekking regions with confidence.

Sometimes, we can all try so hard to avoid causing ourselves pain that we don't live our lives to the full - and people with intellectual disabilities are no different. Based on principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Living Your Best Life provides guided self-help materials for a person with intellectual disabilities to work through alongside a supporter such as a paid carer, family member or mental health professional. The tools and guidance help the individual identify what is important to them and move towards a life where worries and doubts do not stop them doing activities they enjoy or trying new things. Each chapter includes separate sections for supporters and for the person with intellectual disabilities (which can be read to them if necessary). The book also includes a wide range of exercises, graded by difficulty so as to be matched to an individual's specific abilities and challenges.

Adults with intellectual disabilities can often have their views and needs overlooked and are frequently not sufficiently involved in their own care or behaviour support plans.The central focus on values in ACT helps people identify what matters to them, allowing the practitioner to instead truly support the values-based goals of the individual with intellectual disability. This first-of-its kind guide adapts an ACT model to ensure a meaningful, person-centered therapeutic approach for this group.Readers are supported to understand the lifelong impact of cognitive difficulties, including trouble regulating or understanding feelings and distress from disability related trauma. With case studies, advice on session structure and ideas for exercises, this guide contains a wealth of resources for practitioners, supporters and wider networks.

Previous editions of "The Child Surveillance Handbook" have built its reputation as the essential reference guide for GPs, health visitors and other members of the healthcare team in primary care. Now thoroughly revised and updated, this new edition remains the authoritative guide to child surveillance - promoting the health, welfare and life chances of children.

Discover the wild beauty of France’s Vanoise National Park, where soaring peaks, glacial vistas, and alpine meadows offer some of the Alps’ finest hut-to-hut trekking. Enjoy dramatic high passes, sweeping views of Mont Blanc and Grande Casse, and the warm hospitality of mountain refuges. With its well-marked trails and classic routes, the Vanoise is a top destination for walkers seeking unspoilt alpine scenery. Perfect for fairly experienced hikers with good fitness, this comprehensive Cicerone guidebook presents two iconic multi-day treks: the 163km Tour of the Vanoise and the 72km Tour des Glaciers de la Vanoise. Three additional one-week treks, Tour of the Eastern Vanoise, Tour of the Western Vanoise, and a traverse of the Vanoise via the GR5 and GR55, are also outlined, offering a summer’s worth of adventure in this magnificent region. Includes five classic hut-to-hut treks in the Vanoise Alps, with routes ranging from 45km to 163km, suitable for walkers able to cover 6–19km (4–12 miles) per day.The Tour of the Vanoise is presented in 11 stages plus variants, and the Tour des Glaciers de la Vanoise in 5 stages, each with daily distance, ascent/descent, and time estimates.Alternative itineraries, rolling times, and stage-by-stage accommodation listings enable you to tailor your Vanoise trek to your own pace and interests.Explore highlights such as the wild central massif, high cols over 2500m, and the option to summit the Pointe de l’Observatoire (3000m) during the Tour des Glaciers de la VanoiseEach Vanoise trek is accompanied by clear 1:50,000 mapping, downloadable GPX files, elevation profiles, and concise route summaries.Comprehensive listings of mountain huts and facilities along the routes (mid-June to late September), ensuring you make the most of the Vanoise’s legendary refuge network.Practical guidance on planning and preparation, travel logistics, equipment, safety, wildlife, alpine flora, and advice for making the most of summer trekking in the protected Vanoise National Park. Whether you’re planning your first Alpine hut-to-hut trek or seeking a classic multi-day circuit in a spectacular setting, this definitive Cicerone guidebook will help you plan an unforgettable journey through one of France’s most celebrated mountain regions.

Jonathan Williams is a poet, publisher, photographer, polemicist,champion correspondent and cross-country promenader.