Corpus. Mentem. Anima.
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Title: Touching The Void
Author: Joe Simpson
Edition: 1st Edition, 1st Printing
Provenance: Signed
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 2003, originally published 1988
Publisher: Jonathan Cape
Description:
Joe Simpson's powerful and gripping memoir recounts the harrowing true story of his near-fatal climbing expedition with Simon Yates in the Peruvian Andes in 1985. After a successful ascent of the unclimbed West Face of Siula Grande, disaster strikes during their descent when Simpson suffers a devastating leg injury. Faced with an impossible situation on the treacherous mountainside, Yates is forced to make a life-or-death decision, cutting the rope that tethers them together to save his own life, believing Simpson is lost. Remarkably, Simpson survives the fall and embarks on a desperate three-day crawl back to base camp, enduring unimaginable pain, isolation, and delirium. This extraordinary tale of survival against all odds is not only an epic mountaineering adventure but also a profound exploration of human endurance, friendship, and the ethical dilemmas faced in extreme circumstances. Winning both the NCR Award for Non-Fiction and the Boardman Tasker Award, it's a testament to the strength of the human spirit and has captivated readers and been adapted into a BAFTA-winning documentary film. Perfect for fans of inspirational stories, survival narratives, and insightful non-fiction.
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