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Climbing Free: My Life in the Vertical World
by
Lynn Hill,
Greg Child
From the age of thirteen when she began climbing, it was clear Lynn Hill had an unusual gift. Before long she was arguably the best rock climber in the world, establishing routes so bold and difficult that few others could follow. And in 1994, Lynn succeeded on a climb that no one man or woman has been able to repeat: the first "free ascent" of the Nose on Yosemi...more
Paperback, 288 pages
Published
May 17th 2003
by W. W. Norton & Company
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Do you ever wonder why a particular person seems so perfectly fitted to the life they lead, congruent with who and what they are? How they seem to flow with the events that surround them, be they “good” or “bad” with an intuitive harmony that appears effortless—and come out the other side for the better? In Climbing Free, Lynn Hill tells the story of her life in such a fashion that the reader gets a sense that tey were the objective observing witness, validating Lynn’s interpretation of events t...more
If your checking this book out then your probably already a climber, or someone interested in the sport. Your likely already aware of Hill's reputation as one of the greatest climbers of our time and are interested in getting some insight into her ferocious talent and life. 'Climbing Free' is written in a breezy conversational style as Hill recalls the events and relationships spanning her life.
At the top of the climbing game from the mid 80's to 90's, Hill climbed with the second ...more
At the top of the climbing game from the mid 80's to 90's, Hill climbed with the second ...more
Lynn Hill is a personal hero of mine, and not just because she is one of the best female rock climbers the world has ever known. She has faced much discrimination based on her gender and size to do something she loves; she never let any of that hold her back. If I could award this book -and it's author- an award it would be a humbleness award. In her extensive climbing career she has performed feats that have yet to be replicated and in the process shown the world that women can climb -competiti...more
Wondering why I didn't read this before! Excellent book. Lynn is a female pioneer of my sport, but her book was surprisingly humble and captures the feelings and connections from climbing that keep me hooked. The fact that she's my height also is inspiring. She doesn't make excuses and works hard for her success. I had the pleasure of climbing with her once in Colorado and her movement is art. Also loved all the history I learned from this of other early groundbreaking climbers.
Captivating and inspiring book written by Lynn Hill - one of the greatest climbers of all time. After every chapter I wanted to do something great with my life and train harder for climbing. She wrote this in her 40s, so it´s sort of a biographical account of her experiences and lessons learned in life. Super interesting and a great read.
Highlights of the book are: her experience with other famous climber friends of hers, a failed Aconcagua summit, freeing The nose, and of course the marij...more
Highlights of the book are: her experience with other famous climber friends of hers, a failed Aconcagua summit, freeing The nose, and of course the marij...more
Yet another climbing memoir. Some of the stories I have read/heard before, but Lynn Hill's viewpoint is often interesting and different. Worth reading if you are into climbing.
If you climb or enjoy any mountain sport this book is a rewarding read. It doesn't really solve the mystery behind the motivation, of athletes who take part in extreme sports. Being a gym climber, it made me REALLY want to get outside. Great insight to focusing on the task at hand (Literally) and the mind of a premier athlete. Plus I always double or triple check my knot now!
A woman who climbs up a 3,000 ft rock face in 23 1/2 hours...incredible and this is only one of her accomplishments.I really enjoyed this book..and I thought thru the beginning that it would be perfectly fine for non climbers...but as the book went on there was a lot of describing the rock formations and sequences of the climbs and I think people would get bored. However the things that Lynn has accomplished are just amazing....and super inspiring! I also thought it was awesome that she persued ...more
Wow!! What an inspirational book. This book reminded me to push my percieved limits everyday, and not to let gender roles hold me back. I was very inspired by Lynn and I will read this book again I'm sure!
Lynn is the shit!
The reason why I gave this book only two stars is because I don't think it would be worth reading unless you are into climbing. This is not a book about technique. The one annoying thing about the book was how many times she mentioned her ability as a gymnast and how it has helped her be a better climber. I can't even touch my toes, so it got a little irritating.
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What a great book about climbing and the life of true climbers. How adventurous, courageous, and brilliant. Lynn Hill is personal hero of mine, when it comes to climbing. Her humbleness and her sheer talent are revealed through her passion and true love of the sport. So inspiring.
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Lynn Hill is one of my personal heroines. I enjoyed this book. This is the second time I've read it.
My height and smaller hands then me, she rocks it...anyone can do anything with the right mind set!
Awesome climbing book! Makes you want to drop everything and go climb around the world!
Great story of Lynn Hill, one of the greatest female climbers in the world.
an easy read that brings you to beautiful climbing locations
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