Touching The Void

Touching the Void is a gripping memoir that chronicles the harrowing experience of Joe Simpson and his climbing partner, Simon Yates, as they face unimaginable adversity in the Peruvian Andes. This gripping survival story begins with their successful ascent of the treacherous Siula Grande in June 1995, only to turn into a nightmare as disaster strikes during their descent. When Joe suffers a life-threatening fall, Simon finds himself confronted with a heart-wrenching decision: to cut the rope and save himself, believing Joe to be dead. This choice leads to an extraordinary tale of survival against all odds. The book delves deep into themes of friendship, courage, and the human spirit, making it not just an adventure tale but also a profound exploration of the psychological toll of extreme mountaineering. With 224 pages of evocative storytelling, Touching the Void is essential reading for anyone captivated by adventure, survival stories, and the intricate bonds of friendship forged in the face of adversity. Add this must-have climbing memoir to your collection today! Enjoy FREE shipping with your purchase, and please allow up to 10 days for delivery.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780099511748
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2008
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 224


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Touching the Void is the heart-stopping account of Joe Simpson's terrifying adventure in the Peruvian Andes. He and his climbing partner, Simon, reached the the summit of the remote Siula Grande in June 1995. A few days later, Simon staggered into Base Camp, exhausted and frost-bitten, with news that that Joe was dead.What happened to Joe, and how the pair dealt with the psychological traumas that resulted when Simon was forced into the appalling decision to cut the rope, makes not only an epic of survival but a compelling testament of friendship.

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