Darvill’s Hosts Hiking Washington’s History Author

Judy Bentley will read from her new book "Hiking Washington's History," 's at Darvill's Bookstore on Friday, April 15

Join Judy Bentley at Darvill’s Bookstore on Friday, April 15, 2011  at 7 p.m. as she reads from her book Hiking Washington’s History.

Judy Bentley, who teaches at South Seattle Community College, is an avid hiker and the author of fourteen books for young adults.

Hiking Washington’s History reveals the stories embedded in Washington’s landscape. This trail guide narrates forty historic trails, ranging from short day hikes to three- or four-day backpacking trips over mountain passes.

Each chapter begins with a brief overview of the region’s history followed by individual trail narratives and historical highlights. Quotes from diaries, journals, letters, and reports, as well as contemporary and historic photographs, describe sites and trails from Washington’s past. Each trail description includes a map and provides directions, so hikers can follow the historic route.

Judy Bentley tells readers how to get there, what to expect, and what to look for.

Hiking Washington’s History is for hikers, amateur historians, newcomers unfamiliar with the state’s history, and Northwest natives who know only part of that history. Savor the vicarious experience of a hike from a cozy chair on a rainy winter day, or put your boots on and hit the trail when the sun shines.

For more information, call Darvill’s at 376-2135.