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Around the world in 80 years : a life of exploration / Ranulph Fiennes.
By: Fiennes, Sir, Ranulph.
Publisher: London : Hodder & Stoughton, 2024Description: 288 pages : illustrations (black and white, and colour) ; 24 cm.ISBN: 9781399729734 (hbk.) :; 139972973X (hbk.) :; 9781399729741 (pbk).Subject(s): Fiennes, Sir, Ranulph, 1944- | Explorers -- Great Britain -- Biography | Biography | Biography | Biography & non-fiction prose | Autobiography: general | Geographical discovery & exploration | Nature & the natural world: general interest | Travel writingDDC classification: 910.92 Summary: He's climbed Everest not long after a heart bypass operation, he's run seven marathons on seven continents, he's hauled loaded sledges across both polar ice caps and he's circumnavigated the earth - Ran Fiennes truly is the world's greatest explorer, and this book celebrates his 80th birthday by showcasing his greatest achievements in his own words. Featuring interviews and tributes from his friends, colleagues and admirers, 'Around the World in 80 Years' celebrates the incredible life of a legendary explorer.| Item type | Home library | Class number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item reservations | |
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| Adult book | Newton-le-Willows Library Adult Non-Fiction | 910.92 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | Available | 38055400026884 |
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He's climbed Everest not long after a heart bypass operation, he's run seven marathons on seven continents, he's hauled loaded sledges across both polar ice caps and he's circumnavigated the earth - Ran Fiennes truly is the world's greatest explorer, and this book celebrates his 80th birthday by showcasing his greatest achievements in his own words. Featuring interviews and tributes from his friends, colleagues and admirers, 'Around the World in 80 Years' celebrates the incredible life of a legendary explorer.