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  • The Big Book of Climbing: An Illustrated History of Mountaineering, Bouldering, and Beyond by Abad book cover
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The Big Book of Climbing: An Illustrated History of Mountaineering, Bouldering, and Beyond

by Abad

A visual history of climbing and mountaineering

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A visual history of climbing and mountaineering

This illustrated overview connects the history of mountaineering with the broader world of climbing, including bouldering and sport climbing. It ranges across landmark peaks and landscapes—from Yosemite’s El Capitan and Patagonia’s Fitz Roy to Everest and Mont Blanc—while introducing climbing equipment, seasonal approaches, and different kinds of ascents. Historical milestones and influential figures give the practical material a wider context, making the book both an introduction to climbing’s development and a guide to the places and practices that shape it.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 9–12 interested in climbing, mountains, or outdoor sports
  • Young readers seeking an illustrated introduction to mountaineering history and climbing techniques
  • Families or educators looking for nonfiction about extreme sports and mountain landscapes

Themes

History of mountaineeringClimbing and boulderingMountain landscapesEquipment and climbing practices

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Book overview

"An epic introduction to the wide world of mountaineering and climbing." --Pete McBride, Nat Geo Explorer and Adventurer of the Year

BolognaRagazzi Awards 2024, Special Mention, Non-Fiction

Rich in historical, practical, and naturalistic information, The Big Book of Climbing details basic concepts of this practice, which has gained great popularity in recent years.

Who were the first people to reach the summits of the world's highest mountains?

What materials did they use?

Where are the tallest mountains located?

When did sport climbing emerge?

What is bouldering?

From the rugged beauty of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park to the remote landscapes of Patagonia's Fitz Roy, the towering peaks of Everest in the Himalayas to Europe's iconic Mont Blanc, this large-format illustrated work explores the evolution, beauty, and history climbing.

Brimming with incredible feats, stories of overcoming obstacles, and a wealth of information, The Big Book of Climbing includes information on how to ascend a peak in different seasons and with various types of climbs and covers important milestones and fundamental figures in the history of mountaineering.
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