Ed Stafford Book order

What does it take to survive in the unknown? Explorer and survival expert Ed Stafford captures the spirit of adventures in 25 of the greatest expeditions of all time.

A unique and fascinating examination of 25 great explorers through the vital kit they took with them on their iconic expeditions, all brought to life by commissioned illustrations and archive photography.

An inspiring selection of hand-picked adventures, chosen by Ed Stafford. For those who don't mind a bit of discomfort in order to experience the wilder side of our amazing planet.

First published in 2005. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

âe~I stood on the beach truly alone for the first time. I would not see another person for sixty days. I was on an uninhabited tropical island and I had nothing with me to help me survive. No food, no equipment, no knife and not even any clothes. All I had was my camera kit so that I could intimately record my self-inflicted sentence.âe(tm) What if you were abandoned on a tropical island with no food or water, no basic equipment, not even a knife, and no clothes âe" could you survive? Extreme adventurer Ed Stafford isnâe(tm)t sure, but heâe(tm)s about to find out as he pushes himself to the limit in this gripping and inspirational test of human survival. For sixty days, with only his explorerâe(tm)s instinct and a video camera to record his experiences, Ed faces the ultimate feat of physical and mental endurance. He confronts blazing heat and brutal loneliness; eats snails to escape starvation and battles illness, dehydration and fatigue in what is his most dangerous, and at times life-threatening, challenge to date. This epic story of survival, full of exhilarating highs and devastating lows, is told with raw emotion and captivating honesty. This book will leave you amazed and exhausted.

The narrative follows an extraordinary journey along the entire Amazon River, exploring the rich biodiversity of the region. It highlights the man's personal experiences and challenges faced while traversing one of the world's most vital ecosystems. The account emphasizes the environmental significance and the unique wildlife encountered, offering insights into both the natural world and the impact of human activity on this critical habitat.

On 2 April 2008, Ed Stafford began his attempt to become the first man ever to walk the entire length of the Amazon river. He has crossed the whole of South America from the Pacific coast of Peru to the mouth of the Amazon River on the Atlantic coast of Brazil. He is set to finish in August 2010.