Having written a history of Saltspring Island, Charles Kahn has expanded his horizons slightly-braving the perils of inter-island ferry service-for Hiking the Gulf Islands (Harbour $24.95). It provides information on the recently opened Gulf Islands National Park that includes 33 square kilometres over 16 islands and twice as many islets and reefs. Texada, Lasqueti and Thetis Islands are also given their due. 1-55017-315-4