Thrilling tales from the treetops.
Imagine swinging high amongst the leaves, feeling the exhilaration of both danger and discovery—that's the essence of "The Man Who Climbs Trees". James Aldred doesn't just tell stories; he places you among the branches, offering breathtaking views and heart-racing encounters with wildlife. This book is a perfect companion for adventurers and armchair explorers alike, offering an intimate glimpse into the intersection of nature and the human spirit.
ISBN: 9780753545881
Authors:
James Aldred
Publisher: W H Allen
Date of Publication: 2018-06-14
Format: Paperback
Related Topics:
Adventure,
Memoir,
Nature,
Biography Memoir,
Memoir,
Biography,
Adventure,
Travel,
Natural History,
Environment,
Nature
Goodreads rating: 4.16
(rated by 475 readers)
Description
'A book of heart-stopping bravery and endurance' -- Helen Macdonald'A great read – incredible adventures and a dramatic new perspective' -- Chris Packham'[A] delightful, endlessly fascinating book' -- Daily Mail BOOK OF THE WEEKThis is the story of a professional British tree climber, cameraman and adventurer, who has made a career out of travelling the world, filming wildlife for the BBC and climbing trees with people like David Attenborough, Chris Packham and Helen Macdonald.James's climbs take him to breathtaking locations as he scales the most incredible and majestic trees on the planet. On the way he meets native tribes, gets attacked by African bees, climbs alongside gorillas, chased by elephants, and spends his nights in a hammock pitched high in the branches with only the stars above him.This book blends incredible stories of scrapes and bruises in the branches with a new way of looking at life high above the daily grind, up into the canopy of the forest.
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