From Snow to Ash- Walking the AAWT

Embark on a Journey of Solitude and Survival

From Snow to Ash by Anthony Sharwood chronicles the author's solo trek along the Australian Alps Walking Track during the tumultuous summer of 2019/20. Spanning from Gippsland in Victoria to the outskirts of Canberra, this challenging trail offers both breathtaking beauty and formidable obstacles. Sharwood, a Walkley Award-winning journalist, undertakes this journey to find clarity amidst personal and environmental turmoil. Facing blizzards at the outset and bushfires by journey's end, he reflects on the fragility of the Australian Alps and the profound impact of climate change on this delicate ecosystem. This narrative intertwines adventure with introspection, offering readers a poignant look into one man's quest for meaning against the backdrop of a transforming landscape.

Features

• Personal account of traversing the Australian Alps Walking Track
• Insights into the environmental challenges facing the Australian Alps
• Exploration of themes such as solitude, resilience, and self-discovery
• Authored by Walkley Award-winning journalist Anthony Sharwood

Specifications

• Format: Paperback
• Number of Pages: 304
• Dimensions: 22.5 cm (H) x 15.5 cm (W) x 2 cm (D)
• Claimed Weight: 400g
• Language: English
• ISBN-13: 9780733645280
• Publisher: Hachette Australia
• Publication Date: 25th August 2020
• Edition: 1st