Voices from the Hills by Steve Chilton is the story of the barriers encountered by the first female fell runners who fought to participate in the early days of this male-dominated sport. Despite experiencing discouragement and resistance, these women responded with personal courage and self-confidence. Thanks to them, women now compete at traditional fell races, international mountain races and endurance challenges such as the Bob Graham Round in increasing numbers.
Told predominantly through interviews with pioneering female athletes who recount their lives and running careers, this is the story of a fight for equality of opportunity and reward.
Publisher: Sandstone Press Ltd
ISBN: 9781914518195
Number of pages: 368
Weight: 556 g
Dimensions: 234 x 156 mm
‘A thorough, sensitive and valuable account of trail-blazing women in the hills.’
‘A valuable and detailed record of the women who broke through the barriers.’
‘A must read for anyone with a passion for women's equality and sport.’
‘A joyous and inspirational read.’
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