Mud, Sweat and Tears

Listened to the whole book in a day. The bloke is amazing and his book was a joy.

Great read. The book focuses on his training and the climb. One very lucky guy that I can relate to in the back injury department. Its still an incredible journey in the short time this book goes on for and it leaves you wanting more. Better go watch some Man Vs wild now.

This is the best autobiography I have ever read. Well written and narrated. Excellent, compelling.

I downloaded this autobiography on a whim. I had only ever seen one of his programs on the TV, but as chief scout I wanted to understand who he really was, and this fascinating story kept me enthralled from beginning to end. I am not an outdoors fanatic, and this is not the book for you if you think you will gain survival tips, however it is inspirational, and shows how determination, luck and a willingness to think outside the box when it comes to career choices can change a persons life completely.



The narrator is clear and easy to understand and really makes you think you are listening to Bear tell his trials and tribulations.



A great book.

I loved this book. It was great to hear all about the challenges of getting into the SAS. Also the danger and mental strength involved with climbing Everest. I loved Bear Grylls positive outlook on life, his ability to keep going against the odds and his zest for fun. The book left me feeling awed, inspired and challenged.

If you like Bear Grylls' TV programmes and want to know more about the background to them then this is a must listen. It details Bear's life from birth to the present day focussing mainly on the time before he was on TV. It shows you the kind of man he really is and all of the things he has put himself through. The reader is a perfect substitute for Bear, his accent, tone of voice and style of delivery suit the material very well.

Bear gives an intimate insight into his personal challenges, and private life. Vivid accounts of SAS selection from the comfort of your own home are brought to life by the animation of the narrator, until you might feel yourself pulsing with adrenalin from behind a cup f tea. Absolutely brilliant autobiography, which will inspire any listener to deal with their own challenges and rise above them.

Fantastic book, honestly written and inspirational! Really does show that you must 'trust your gut' in life.

Loved this book, kept thinking of all the people I would like to share it with and bought a copy for my son. A truely inspirational story, the challenges Bear has faced and overcome gave me courage to face entirely different but seemingly insurmountable challenges in my own life. The story was divided into 3 parts and each one better than the last.

A truly excellent read which took me by surprise. I imagined a book by Bear Grylls to be very action packed with little thought or time for intraspection. Wow how rong I was. Bear Grylls comes across as an extremely thoughtful man who has a great attitude to life and really sound values. This book is an excellent read which I would recommend to anyone. I'll certainly be on the look out for other books by Bear Grylls. The naration was excellent too with just the right pacing for the book.