later life.Their stories are entertaining, amusing, thrilling, and even a little irresponsible,and we've brought together in a single volume the best of them, withcontributions from both well-known names and members of the public. DervlaMurphy travelling in Havana at the age of 74, Matthew Parris swimming theThames at 60, and Colin Thubron climbing the last stronghold of the Assassins inhis 60s are all here. Other contributors include Roger Bray, 'Green Goddess'Diana Moran and our very own Hilary Bradt.