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High Endeavours: The Life and Legend of Robin Smith
Jimmy Cruickshank
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Description for High Endeavours: The Life and Legend of Robin Smith
Paperback. Robin Smith was one of the most legendary climbers ever to have tackled a mountain. This book draws on contributions from people who knew this charismatic and complex young man, as well as diary extracts from Smith himself. Num Pages: 384 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSZG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 214 x 131 x 29. Weight in Grams: 488.
Robin Smith was one of the most legendary climbers ever to have tackled a mountain. This definitive biography draws on contributions from people who knew this charismatic and complex young man, as well as diary extracts from Smith himself.
As Smith was a friend and inspiration to many climbers worldwide, including fellow Scot Dougal Haston, High Endeavours is a fitting and long-overdue tribute to one of Britain's most revered mountaineers, and one of the finest books ever written on the allure of the mountainside.
Product Details
Publisher
Canongate Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
372
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
Number of Pages
384
Place of Publication
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781841958316
SKU
V9781841958316
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 5 to 9 working days
Ref
99-20
About Jimmy Cruickshank
JIMMY CRUIKSHANK is a contemporary of Robin Smith's, who was a classmate, and accompanied him on some of his early climbs. This is his first book.
Reviews for High Endeavours: The Life and Legend of Robin Smith
A gem of a book.
Alan Jackman
Rock Climbing Club's Centenary Journal
Cruickshank has produced a fitting memorial for his friend.
Climber Magazine
It succeeds triumphantly in its primary purpose, which is to bring a memorable spirit to life.
Sunday Telegraph
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Alan Jackman
Rock Climbing Club's Centenary Journal
Cruickshank has produced a fitting memorial for his friend.
Climber Magazine
It succeeds triumphantly in its primary purpose, which is to bring a memorable spirit to life.
Sunday Telegraph
... Read more