Eye to the Hills: A Scotsman's Memories of an Outdoor LifeAuthor: Campbell StevenEye to the Hills: A Scotsman's Memories of an Outdoor LifeEye to the Hills is a book of memories of a rich and varied life. Campbell Steven, born in Helensburgh before World War One, tells of early days growing up in Scotland, education at Oxford, later World War Two service in the sky battalion raised to fight in Finland, then in the Commandos as climbing instructor and in small boat reconasissances. This collection of episodes in Campbell Steven's long and active life is full of gems, and is sure to appeal to anyone with an interest in Scotland and the great outdoors. His gift for detailed description and sense of humour make his story a fascinating read. PublisherBreedon Books ISBN1 85983 272 5Price in GBP£7.99 |
In later life Campbell Steven took to writing on subjects dear to his heart: hill-walking, mountaineering, bird-watching and island-going. For many years he contributes regular monthly colums to Scottish Field. Eye to the Hills documents some of his many outdoor exploits, from early ascents in Scotland and the Alps with his brother, to completion of the 'Munros' and bicycle expedition with his wife Maisie.