Bonington, Sir Chris
Ascent
- ISBN 13:
- 9781471157578
- author:
- Bonington, Sir Chris
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Simon & Schuster Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 432
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 13 x 2.6 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- Biography, Personal Memoirs, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Sir Chris Bonington's memoir Ascent is a gripping account of his life as one of Britain's greatest climbers. Spanning over six decades, this epic saga chronicles his many triumphs in the climbing world, including notable ascents of the Eiger and Himalaya, as well as his struggles with family and love. From his early days as a climber to his most recent adventures at 80 years old, Bonington shares stories of his daring climbs, near-death experiences, and encounters with luminaries of the mountain fraternity. He also opens up about his personal life, including his first wife's tragic passing and his subsequent journey towards love again. With Ascent, Bonington offers a unique insight into the world of mountaineering over the past sixty years, drawing on his own experiences to provide an expert's perspective on British and global climbing.
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