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In fact, it is fair to say that freedom is the definitive guide to mountains and climbing and has influenced pretty much every climber. Freedom of the hills is considered the gold standard mountaineering textbook for pursuits in north america, but that should not deter us europeans. Inspired by several threads on summitpost forums on this subject, i decided to put together my personal list of the best nonfiction mountaineering literature that i have read. Mountaineering the freedom of the hills, 8th edition. Product description from the publisher since publication of the first edition in 1961, mountaineering.
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And more climbers will be able to experience moments of true freedom in the hills. The latest edition of the classic guide to mountaineering describes. Through the years my wellworn copy became my guide and reference for the art of mountaineering. Conrad anker 50th anniversary edition of the title considered bible of climbing with nearly 1 million copies sold, this is the alltime. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them. The freedom of the hills is the text beloved by generations of new climbersthe standard for climbing education around the world where it has been translated into 12 languages. The book i have is the 6 th edition and it is sectioned into six parts with an appendix. A description in parenthesis is given where the contents are not evident from the title.
As climbers, we need to see possibilities instead of limitations. Outdoor fundamentals, climbing fundamentals, rock climbing. Freedom of the hills is an excellent book for anyone outdoors person to own and to learn about some of this information. Its also an excellent reference work for accomplished climbers. Printed on 100% recycled paper since the publication of the first edition in 1960, freedom, as the book is known, has endured as a classic mountaineering text. The mountaineers books freedom of the hills 9th edition mec. Mountaineering the freedom of the hills is highly recommended for beginners and will be read to advantage and with pleasure by all who love the hills.