Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills

Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills

by 40Experts (Author), StevenM.Cox;KrisFulsaas (Editor)

Synopsis

This seventh edition of Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills has been completely revised to reflect rapid changes in mountaineering, including the development of new techniques and the introduction of new and improved equipment. Written by experienced climbers, it maintains the high standards set by previous editions, teaching safe, time-tested techniques and emphasizing the use of sound judgement in the mountains. New chapters have been added on waterfall ice and mixed climbing, stewardship and access issues and physical conditioning for climbing. This is the definitive manual on mountaineering, recognised and used worldwide and regarded as the essential tool for all climbers.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 575
Edition: 7Rev Ed
Publisher: Swan Hill Press
Published: 23 Sep 2003

ISBN 10: 1904057276
ISBN 13: 9781904057277

Media Reviews
It's the bible of climbing efficiency and safety in the high mountains Yvon Chouinard If your playground is the mountains, this is your bible. Charley Shimanski I recommend (Freedom of the Hills) to everyone from the curious novice to the committed climber... Rachel da Silva