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Steven M. Cox

    Steve Cox delves into the history of the English Civil War to craft the compelling narrative of his hero, Tom Tyler. His prose brings to life the adventure and intrigue of the 17th century, where characters must fight for survival and rebuild their lives amidst chaos. Cox's writing stems from a deep fascination with the past and his ability to transport readers to this tumultuous era. Through his protagonist, he explores themes of loss, resilience, and the strength of human connection in the face of adversity.

    Mountaineering - the freedom of the hills
    • Mountaineering - the freedom of the hills

      • 575 pages
      • 21 hours of reading

      This seventh edition of Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills has been completely revised to reflect rapid changes in mountaineering, including the development of new techniques and the introduction of new and improved equipment. Written by experienced climbers, it maintains the high standards set by previous editions, teaching safe, time-tested techniques and emphasizing the use of sound judgement in the mountains. New chapters have been added on waterfall ice and mixed climbing, stewardship and access issues and physical conditioning for climbing. This is the definitive manual on mountaineering, recognised and used worldwide and regarded as the essential tool for all climbers.

      Mountaineering - the freedom of the hills