{"product_id":"9780730377016","title":"Kokoda Trail for Dummies, Australian Edition","description":"\u003cb\u003eEverything you need to know about the Kokoda Trail and its place in Australian history\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterest in the Kokoda Trail is growing rapidly among many Australians, both for its attraction as a hiking destination and for its historical significance. \u003ci\u003eKokoda For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e offers a fast track tool for learning everything you need to know about this unique thoroughfare, in one concise volume. Part history book, part practical guide, \u003ci\u003eKokoda For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is perfect both for those considering following our Diggers’ footsteps along ‘the track’ or armchair travellers who want to learn about its history.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCovering the full history of the Kokoda Trail, from its beginnings as an overland mail route to the fierce battles between the Australians and the Japanese that took place along its length during World War II, the book also includes important information on walking the trail yourself. From the steps you need to take to get ready to what to bring, \u003ci\u003eKokoda For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is the definitive resource for anyone looking for a comprehensive overview of this significant landmark.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFocuses on walking the track as a pilgrimage and a history lesson for history buffs and hiking enthusiasts alike\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCovers the health and safety concerns involved with walking the track, including a basic Kokoda itinerary\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContains eyewitness accounts of the Kokoda battles gleaned from interviews conducted with Australian and Japanese war veterans\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eA comprehensive but accessible history of the Kokoda Trail and its significance to Australia, in one volume.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47117637746928,"sku":"9780730377016","price":26.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780730377016_p0.jpg?v=1763626676","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780730377016","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}