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Closer to the Edge

Climbing to the Ends of the Earth

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Leo Houlding started climbing at 10 years of age in the Lake District and was the youngest person (and first Briton) to free climb El Capitan in Yosemite National Park in the United States at 18 years, which cemented his reputation. He has since gone on to summit the world's toughest peaks and explore the most extreme places on our planet.

During such explorations he has had to deal with tragedy when close friends and colleagues have been killed or badly injured, and he will discuss how you deal with such loss and carry on. Honest, raw and exhilarating, Closer to the Edge will be a 'warts-and-all' insight into the extreme life of one of Britain's best mountaineer adventurers. What drives him? How does he assess risk and judge what level he'll take himself to be successful, and how does he balance this with teaching his own children the lessons he has learnt in some of the world's most dangerous and extreme places?

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I could use many superlatives but the most important impact this book had on me was completely altering my perception on life. I couldn’t stop listening and got through the book in 3 days. Absolutely incredible.

If this peaks your interest in any way, get it.

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A must read for any climber! Leo shares his tales of adventure in a way that will keep you hooked. He not only describes the the immense expeditions and climbs he's done but delves into the profound effect that it each life event has had on him. Nothing will make you more psyched to go out and explore.

Inspiring

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Whilst I’m only an armchair adventurer, Leo does a great job of bringing to life the highlights of climbing and expeditions. No climbing required, just relax into these great adventures…this audio book is pure pleasure. You never know I might even give the local bouldering wall a go after this.

For any type of adventurer!

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really enjoyed this. can't wait to hear more about Leo, his amazing family and all their exciting adventures as this was the bit I loved the most. truly inspiring!

great listen

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Such an inspiration. Mind blowing stories of thrill seeking advenure. I can't wait for the next book!

Incredible!!!

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