{"title":"Leo Houlding","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the thrilling world of adventure and exploration with Leo Houlding, a highly respected figure in the sphere of extreme sports and mountaineering. Known not only for his incredible climbing feats but also for his ability to convey the essence of adventure, Houlding's writings offer a captivating glimpse into his remarkable experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the forefront of his collection is the gripping book \u003cem\u003eCloser to the Edge\u003c\/em\u003e, where Houlding opens up about his daring exploits and the challenges he faces on the world's most treacherous peaks. His storytelling transcends typical sports narratives, offering readers an authentic look at the dedication and resilience that these undertakings demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who enjoy Biography \u0026amp; Memoir, Houlding's works offer a profound insight into the life of a modern-day adventurer. Through his engaging prose, readers can experience the exhilaration of climbing, the unpredictability of nature, and the profound personal growth that comes from living life on the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into the fascinating tales of Leo Houlding and be inspired by his unwavering passion for adventure and life itself.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"closer-to-the-edge-by-leo-houlding-9781472288714","title":"Closer to the Edge","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeo Houlding started climbing at ten years of age in the Lake District and was the youngest person (and first Briton) to free climb \u003ci\u003eEl Capitan\u003c\/i\u003e in Yosemite National Park in the United States at eighteen years, which cemented his reputation. He has since gone on to summit the world's toughest peaks and explore the most extreme places on our planet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring such explorations, he has had to deal with tragedy when close friends and colleagues have been killed or badly injured, and he discusses how to deal with such loss and carry on. Honest, raw, and exhilarating, \u003ci\u003eCloser to the Edge\u003c\/i\u003e offers a 'warts-and-all' insight into the extreme life of one of Britain's best mountaineer adventurers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat drives him? How does he assess risk and judge what level he'll take himself to be successful? How does he balance this with teaching his own children the lessons he has learnt in some of the world's most dangerous and extreme places?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46801259331820,"sku":"9781472288714","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5024663482712.jpg?v=1757322479"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/leo-houlding.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}