The Boulder: A Philosophy for Bouldering (2nd New edition)
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The Boulder: A Philosophy for Bouldering (2nd New edition)

The Boulder: A Philosophy for Bouldering (2nd New edition)

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Francis Sanzaro (Author)  

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'Finding a climber who perceives bouldering as a moving meditation, or one who values form and style far beyond difficulty, is a daunting task . . . in this book, Francis Sanzaro takes a significant step in that direction' - JOHN GILL A classic text exploring the philosophy of bouldering, giving boulderers a unique voice of their own This revised and updated edition of a classic climbing text - The Boulder: A Philosophy for Bouldering - is an enlightening book of inspirational thoughts on the art of bouldering. It revolutionizes the way we think about this unique sport, bringing it into conversation with disciplines as varied as architecture, dance, skateboarding, painting, parkour, martial arts, and gymnastics. Reading it will enrich your experience of climbing and encourage you to appreciate the natural physicality and artful play of bouldering, often described as the poetry of mountaineering. 8pp photographs
Francis Sanzaro is an international climber and Editor-in-Chief of Gym Climber and Ascent magazines. He is the author of many essays on sport, climbing and philosophy and has published in the New York Times. He now lives, climbs and writes in Carbondale, amongst the mountains of Colorado.
  • Contributor: Francis Sanzaro
  • Imprint: Stone Country Press Ltd
  • ISBN13: 9780992887650
  • Number of Pages: 160
  • Packaged Dimensions: 111x179x13mm
  • Format: Paperback
  • Publisher: Stone Country Press Ltd
  • Release Date: 2021-11-01
  • Binding: Paperback / softback
  • Biography: Francis Sanzaro is an international climber and Editor-in-Chief of Gym Climber and Ascent magazines. He is the author of many essays on sport, climbing and philosophy and has published in the New York Times. He now lives, climbs and writes in Carbondale, amongst the mountains of Colorado.

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