Downward Bound: A Mad! Guide to Rock Climbing
Author(s):
Harding, Warren
Copyright: 1990, Menasha Ridge Press, Birmingham
Specifications: reprint, 8vo, pp.197, 41 bw photos, illus, appendices, wraps
Condition: signed Fred Beckey & Glen Denny, fine
A leading American rock climber from the 1950s to 1970s, Harding led the first ascent of the Nose of El Cap in 1958. His whimsical autobiography includes accounts of the Nose climb and his 27 day first ascent of Wall of the Early Morning Light, together with light-hearted discussion of climbing techniques, personalities, controversies, and the climbing life. A scarce classic. Neate H30.