Facing Up

A Remarkable Journey to the Summit of Mount Everest

Bear Grylls

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Pan Books
01 June 2001

Autobiography: sport; True stories of heroism, endurance & survival; Climbing & mountaineering; Travel & holiday

"'No one could fail to be gripped by his heartfelt excitement and emotion over what was the adventure of a lifetime.' Independent

At the age of twenty-three, Bear Grylls became the youngest Briton to reach the summit of Mount Everest. At extreme altitude youth holds no advantage over experience, and it is generally acknowledged that younger climbers have more difficulty coping with the adverse effects of mountaineering. Nevertheless, only two years after breaking his back in a freefall parachuting accident, Bear Grylls overcame severe weather conditions, fatigue, dehydration and a last minute illness to stand on top of the world's highest mountain.

Facing Up is the story of his adventure, his courage and humour, his friendship and faith.

PRAISE FOR BEAR GRYLLS

""Bear's tale is by turns, hilarious and horrific."" Daily Telegraph

""Written with refreshing humility, this is a briskly told account not of conquering Everest, but of realising its power."" Daily Mail

""He writes convincingly of fear and doubt. This is an honest and compelling story."" Ranulph Fiennes"

By: Bear Grylls
Imprint: Pan Books
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: New edition
Dimensions: Height: 197mm, Width: 130mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 224g
ISBN: 9780330392266
ISBN 10: 0330392263
Pages: 304
Publication Date: 01 June 2001
Recommended Age: From 18 years
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Author Website: https://en-gb.facebook.com/RealBearGrylls/

Bear Grylls was brought up on the Isle of Wight where he learnt to climb with his father. He spent three years in the British Army and then went on to study Spanish at Birkbeck College, London University. He is a martial arts expert and now writes and lectures all over the world on his experiences. His latest adventure was to complete a round Britain jet ski challenge for charity (August 2000), the launch of which was shown on the Big Breakfast. He lives with his wife Shara on a boat on the Thames.

Reviews for Facing Up: A Remarkable Journey to the Summit of Mount Everest

No one could fail to be gripped by his heartfelt excitement and emotion over what was the adventure of a lifetime. * Independent * Bear's tale is by turns hilarious and horrific. * Daily Telegraph * Written with refreshing humility, this is a briskly told account, not of conquering Everest, but of realizing its power. * Daily Mail * A remarkable tale. * Daily Express *