Sir Chris Bonington Book order (chronological)

Savage Arena is an inspirational tale of the adventuring spirit which follows its own path. Tasker vividly describes the first British winter ascent of the North Face of the Eiger, the first ascent of the West Wall of Changabang and his two unsuccessful attempts on K2, the second highest mountain on Earth.

Everest the Cruel Way is Tasker's story of an attempt to climb the highest mountain on earth, without supplemental oxygen, and in winter. Tasker's epic account vividly describes experiences that no climber had previously encountered or endured.

Peter Boardman planned to tackle the unclimbed West Wall of Changabang in 1976. This was perhaps the most fearsome and technically challenging granite wall in the Garhwal Himalaya. Amusing, lucidly descriptive, and immensely readable, The Shining Mountain is the very personal and honest story of this remarkable attempt.

Following a remarkable year of climbing, Peter Boardman's last book Sacred Summits recounts his trips to the South Face of the Carstensz Pyramid in New Guinea, Kangchenjunga and Gauri Sankar.

Sir John Boardman is one of the foremost experts on ancient Greek art. His autobiography offers a mixture of scholarly reminiscence, reflection on family life, travelogue, and critique of classical scholarship worldwide. Illustrated with pictures of travels, friends and home life, it reflects on his experiences of more than 90 years.

The complete life story of arguably Britain's greatest mountaineer, whose career has spanned six decades of climbing peaks, across all continents and still being able to summit The Old Man of Hoy aged eighty years of age in 2015.

In 1874, George Seatree and Stanley Martin achieved the first ascent of North Climb, marking a pivotal moment in Scafell's climbing history by ascending its main face outside the obvious gully lines. Their report astonished Will Ritson, landlord of the Huntsman's Inn, who skeptically remarked that "nowt but a fleein' thing could git up't crags on't Wasdale Head side." This book chronicles the 200-year history of climbing on Scafell's crags in summer and winter, documenting every route and detailing significant ascents. It features extensive illustrations from both archival and newly commissioned photographs. A notable portion of the source material includes unpublished recordings from the pioneers of these climbs. The text also provides a thorough exploration of the geological features of the crags, along with new maps, crag diagrams, and notes on climbing conditions. Biographies of past climbers and a comprehensive first ascent list encompassing both summer and winter climbs are included. Produced by members of the Fell and Rock Climbing Club, this work stands as one of the most detailed compilations of rock climbing history for a single mountain crag in Britain, reflecting the club's long-standing commitment to documenting the Lake District's climbing heritage since its founding in 1906-07.

'Weather' explores not only the nature of extreme conditions such as hurricanes & tornadoes, but also the structure & properties of a gentle shower; & the formation of clouds & the effects of their distribution around the globe. This book tracks each weather system from its origins to its effects.

May 29th, 2003, marks the 50th anniversary of the first climbing of Mount Everest. Chris Bonington was the first to scale Everest the hard way - by the south-west ridge - and he has taken part in three other expeditions. No other mountaineer, writer or photographer has as much experience of Everest. His last climb, in 1985 at 50, was a personal summit. Here he tells the story of his attempts on Everest, the triumphs and the tragedies.

Celebrate the beauty of the British landscape with "National Parks of Britain". From the rugged and mountainous Cairngorms in Scotland to the open heathland and ancient expanses of woodland in the New Forest, each has its own distinct character and plays host to some of the most varied wildlife in the country. Written by award-winning writer and renowned National Parks authority Roly Smith, the book provides a unique insight into the history of each park, with expert advice and top tips on what to see and do. With a foreword by Sir Chris Bonnington, Britain's best-known mountaineer & Recommended by top travel writer Bill Bryson. Detailed maps of each park featured are included, and the book also features a foreword by Sir Chris Bonington, renowned mountaineer and Honorary Life Vice President of the Council for National Parks. Accompanied by stunning photography, "National Parks of Britain" is a perfect gift for anyone with a love of the British Countryside.