- Paperback: 236 pages
- Publisher: Shepherd Canyon Books; illustrated edition edition (Jun 1 2006)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0936034033
- ISBN-13: 978-0936034034
- Product Dimensions: 21.3 x 14 x 2 cm
- Shipping Weight: 340 g
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #218,253 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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This review is from: Camino Chronicle: Walking to Santiago (Paperback)
The 'Camino Chronicle' is a courageously honest account of one pilgrim's walk to Santiago. Written in diary format it touches on her daily challenges along the path. From overcoming the physical pain of blisters and aching muscles to facing loneliness and self doubts. Will I find a bed at the end of the day? What is my intention for walking the Camino and will it be sufficient to obtain a Compostela? Coming to terms with the difficult decision to take a bus from Leon to Ponferrada and having to say good-bye to friends made along the way. The frustration of not being able to communicate in Spanish.This highly personal account is interwoven with a sketch of the bloodstained history of the Camino from the beheading of St. James and his miraculous appearance to lead the Christian Reconquest of Spain from the Muslim's, earning him the ignominious title - 'Slayer of the Moors'. In between we have glimpses of yet more massacres of Charlemagne and Roland, the Inquisition, the Spanish civil war, Guernica, the ETA, the Madrid train bombing. Midway through the pilgrimage comes 9/11 and the agony of this American struggling to come to terms with this latest atrocity and the seemingly endless cycle of violence. And then come the insights provided by fellow pilgrims, ' I don't go very fast; hurrying seems to be opposite of the lesson of the trail.' and her own pleasure in finding the opportunity, 'To go within and meditate on life.' These references remind me of 'Peace Is Every Step' by Thich Nhat Hanh which emphasises the need for all pilgrims to walk in a way that only prints peace and serenity on the Earth for then we work for all humankind and its healing. This makes a wonderful compendium and the 2 together warrant a 5 star read. John Brierley - www.caminoguides.com
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The Camino - A Call to Awaken,
By John Brierley - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Camino Chronicle: Walking to Santiago (Paperback)
The 'Camino Chronicle' is a courageously honest account of one pilgrim's walk to Santiago. Written in diary format it touches on her daily challenges along the path. From overcoming the physical pain of blisters and aching muscles to facing loneliness and self doubts. Will I find a bed at the end of the day? What is my intention for walking the Camino and will it be sufficient to obtain a Compostela? Coming to terms with the difficult decision to take a bus from Leon to Ponferrada and having to say good-bye to friends made along the way. The frustration of not being able to communicate in Spanish.This highly personal account is interwoven with a sketch of the bloodstained history of the Camino from the beheading of St. James and his miraculous appearance to lead the Christian Reconquest of Spain from the Muslim's, earning him the ignominious title - 'Slayer of the Moors'. In between we have glimpses of yet more massacres of Charlemagne and Roland, the Inquisition, the Spanish civil war, Guernica, the ETA, the Madrid train bombing. Midway through the pilgrimage comes 9/11 and the agony of this American struggling to come to terms with this latest atrocity and the seemingly endless cycle of violence. And then come the insights provided by fellow pilgrims, ' I don't go very fast; hurrying seems to be opposite of the lesson of the trail.' and her own pleasure in finding the opportunity, 'To go within and meditate on life.' These references remind me of 'Peace Is Every Step' by Thich Nhat Hanh which emphasises the need for all pilgrims to walk in a way that only prints peace and serenity on the Earth for then we work for all humankind and its healing. This makes a wonderful compendium and the 2 together warrant a 5 star read. John Brierley - www.caminoguides.com 16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
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Experience the Camino de Santiago,
By Jim Clem "Buen Camino-Hiking the Camino de Sa... - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Camino Chronicle: Walking to Santiago (Paperback)
Camino Chronicle is the day-to-day narrative of Susan and Ralph Alcorn's hike across northern Spain on the Camino de Santiago in 2001. I found the book to be well written, interesting, and enjoyable.The book breaks the Camino de Santiago into five Regions, each of which starts with a map and mileage chart. It is an excellent book for anyone who is thinking of walking the Camino. It gives the reader a feel for what it is like to be on the trail and what to expect on a day-to-day basis. In addition to the day-to-day narrative of the hike, Susan includes the history/legends of the Camino de Santiago, along with other interesting information and essays about this area of Spain. Susan and Ralph Alcorn are experienced hikers/backpackers and the book provides a lot of good information on how to prepare for an extended trip of this type, and equipment needed. Susan also has a FAQ section in the book that will be helpful to anyone thinking of hiking the Camino de Santiago. My wife and I hiked the Camino de Santiago from St. Jean Pied de Port, France to Santiago, Spain in 2003. We returned for a second trip in 2005. Camino Chronicle brought back the great memories we have of the pilgrimage. I would recommend this book to anyone who is thinking of doing the Camino de Santiago, or the armchair pilgrim interested in a good adventure. Jim Clem Buen Camino-Hiking the Camino de Santiago 5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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A most enjoyable tour,
By Midwest Book Review - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Camino Chronicle: Walking to Santiago (Paperback)
Camino Chronicle: Walking To Santiago is the travel journal of a wife who walked across Northern Spain in 2001, following a venerable pilgrimage trail called the Camino de Santiago, retracing the footsteps of such famous historical figures as Charlemagne, St. Francis of Assisi, King Fernando and Queen Isabel. Historical notes and personal experiences and inspiration blend into a highly readable day-by-day account, and numerous legends or cultural notes on Spain about everything from bullfighting to Spanish Olives are included, with their own quick-reference index. A most enjoyable tour especially recommended for armchair travelers, and the next best experience to flying to Spain and hiking the pilgrimage trail personally.
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