|  | | Let's Go Climbing!by Colin Kirkus
Let's Go Climbing! was written by legendary climber Colin Kirkus as an introduction to the sport of mountaineering. One of the most engaging books ever written, it was read and revered by both Joe Brown and Don Whillans. In the world of British climbing, there is probably no greater compliment.
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Let's Go Climbing! gently takes the reader through every aspect of mountaineering, from British hillwalking through rock climbing and winter mountaineering to Alpine ascents. In the latter part of the book, Kirkus describes his own exploits in the Alps and Himalayas, including his Alpine-style ascent of Bhagirathi III.
In today's frenetic modern world, Kirkus' simple guidance and relaxing attitude is more valid than ever. Anyone who shares his deep love for the mountains will enjoy this book. As Colin Kirkus famously said to Alf Bridge on the top of Sgurr Alasdair :
You know, Alf, going to the right place, at the right time, with the right people
is all that really matters. What one does is purely incidental.
When I started up Ripping Yarns.com, this was one of my must haves for the website. For anyone who enjoys good mountaineering writing, I would recommend it as a must-have for their collection.
CONTENTS LISTING
Chapter 1: Why Do We Climb?
Chapter 2: Beginnings
Chapter 3: Mountain Walking
Chapter 4: The Rock-Climb
Chapter 5: Equipment And Practice At Home
Chapter 6: Leading
Chapter 7: British Snow-Climbing
Chapter 8: First Ascents
Chapter 9: Bivouacs
Chapter 10: Accidents
Chapter 11: Alpine Climbing
Chapter 12: Thunderstorms On The Chardonnet
Chapter 13: A Perfect Alpine Day
Chapter 14: Off To The Himalaya
Chapter 15: Pioneer Work In The Himalaya
Chapter 16: Good-Bye And Good Luck
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