Book – On Their Shoulders
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A Book about Those Who Carry a Somewhat Heavier Load – Design Slovak book about the carrier craft in English
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On Their Shoulders: A Book about Those Who Carry a Somewhat Heavier Load is an exceptional visual and narrative work that takes you into the world of mountain porters — a craft that has few parallels anywhere in Europe. It is not a collection of legends or heroic myths, but a set of authentic stories of real people who walk steep mountain trails every day with enormous loads on their backs, all while maintaining humility, humour, and a deep love for the mountains.
The authors spent more than a year accompanying porters, mountain hut keepers, mountain guides, and makers of traditional carrying frames to answer the questions every hiker has wondered about: What does the hierarchy of porters look like? Why aren’t supplies brought in by helicopter? Are there women porters? Can one actually earn a living doing this? And why would anyone willingly carry a keg of beer up to a high-altitude mountain hut?
The book follows the successful title Tam Hore, forming the foundation of a growing mountain trilogy. It stands out with premium craftsmanship, a clothbound cover, high-quality printing, and a wealth of visual material. It was even selected among the 20 most beautiful books in Slovakia.
What you’ll find inside:
- personal stories of porters, hut keepers, and people connected with mountain life
- a behind-the-scenes look at a craft that survives in only a few places in the world
- facts, anecdotes, photographs, and authentic records from supply carriers
- a blend of history, tradition, and contemporary mountain culture
- modern, visually striking graphic design
Who the book is for:
- mountain and hiking enthusiasts
- readers eager to deepen their understanding of the world “up there”
- anyone who appreciates high-quality, reportage-style publications
- a beautiful and meaningful gift
Built to last:
The book is made with a premium clothbound cover that withstands frequent handling without wearing out. It stands out on any bookshelf — at home or in the office.
Na Chrbte has already delighted more than 2,000 readers and is among the most beloved titles in Slovak mountain literature.
