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Impossible First : From Fire to Ice—crossing Antarctica Alone | Hardcover
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Original Language
- English
- ISBN
- 9781982133115
- Book Title
- Impossible First : from Fire to Ice--Crossing Antarctica Alone
- Item Length
- 9 in
- Publisher
- Scribner
- Publication Year
- 2020
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Item Height
- 1.1 in
- Genre
- Biography & Autobiography, History
- Topic
- Polar Regions, Personal Memoirs, Adventurers & Explorers
- Item Width
- 6 in
- Item Weight
- 17.2 Oz
- Number of Pages
- 304 Pages
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A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Colin O'Brady's awe-inspiring memoir spans his triumphant recovery from a tragic accident to his gripping 932-mile solo crossing of Antarctica. Prior to December 2018, no individual had ever crossed the landmass of Antarctica alone, without support and completely human powered. Yet, Colin O'Brady was determined to do just that, even if, ten years earlier, there was doubt that he'd ever walk again normally. From the depths of a tragic accident, he fought his way back. In a quest to unlock his potential and discover what was possible, he went on to set three mountaineering world records before turning to this historic Antarctic challenge. O'Brady's pursuit of a goal that had eluded many others was made even more intense by a head-to-head battle that emerged with British polar explorer Captain Louis Rudd--also striving to be "the first." Enduring Antarctica's sub-zero temperatures and pulling a sled that initially weighed 375 pounds--in complete isolation and through a succession of whiteouts, storms, and a series of near disasters--O'Brady persevered. Alone with his thoughts for nearly two months in the vastness of the frozen continent--gripped by fear and doubt--he reflected on his past, seeking courage and inspiration in the relationships and experiences that had shaped his life. Honest, deeply moving, filled with moments of vulnerability--and set against the backdrop of some of the most extreme environments on earth, from Mt. Everest to Antarctica-- The Impossible First reveals how anyone can reject limits, overcome immense obstacles, and discover what matters most.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Scribner
ISBN-10
1982133112
ISBN-13
9781982133115
eBay Product ID (ePID)
28038645630
Product Key Features
Book Title
Impossible First : from Fire to Ice--Crossing Antarctica Alone
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Topic
Polar Regions, Personal Memoirs, Adventurers & Explorers
Publication Year
2020
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Biography & Autobiography, History
Number of Pages
304 Pages
Dimensions
Item Length
9 in
Item Height
1.1 in
Item Width
6 in
Item Weight
17.2 Oz
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Lc Classification Number
G850 2018.O27 2020
Reviews
"Harrowing... An unforgettable memoir of perseverance, survival, daring to dream big, and showing the world how to make the impossible possible." --Booklist (Starred Review), "An adventure classic...Colin's voice and vulnerability are bound to spark a connection in anyone who picks up this phenomenal book." --Aron Ralston, author of Between a Rock and a Hard Place, " The Impossible First challenged me to rethink everything about my life and work. Like millions of others, I watched from afar as Colin attempted his crossing, reading the reports he filed and staring with wonder at the photos he posted. But until now, I only knew bits and pieces of what actually occurred. Somehow, I finished this book feeling even more in awe. In describing Colin's achievements, words like 'epic' and 'incredible' seem too small." -- Chris Guillebeau, New York Times bestselling author of The Art of Non-Conformity and The Happiness of Pursuit, "O'Brady delivers a master class in overcoming the unthinkable, demonstrating the critical role that presence, gratitude, and relationships play in making any dream a reality." --Rich Roll, author of Finding Ultra, "Suspenseful, soul-searching, and at times metaphysical as O'Brady endures an endless sheet of white and ice...The book is a testament to the human soul and the amazing feats we can accomplish with training, willpower, and the singular resilience of the mind. You will learn and be inspired by it." --Buzz Bissinger, author of Friday Night Lights, "An incredibly engaging and well-written account of one man's quest to cross the world's harshest and most barren continent unassisted . . . you care as much about the man as the mission." -- The Wall Street Journal, "O'Brady is a confident, crafty storyteller...This inner saga works hand in hand with the physical challenges to make for a full tapestry of remarkable experience. A brutally sublime tale of derring-do that transports as well as teaches." --Kirkus Reviews, "In a surreal conversation, I spoke, via satellite, from my home in the American Northeast to Colin O'Brady in the midst of his historic trek across Antarctica. The body-breaking physical trials he endured and his mind-expanding, spiritual experiences are described here in an epic tale of adventure and discovery." --Paul Simon, Grammy Award-winning songwriter, "A page-turning story of adventure that goes so much deeper. Colin's relationship with his wife, Jenna, is explored through a powerfully vulnerable and honest lens. Anyone looking for a story of both grit and love will find it here." --Rachel Hollis, New York Times bestselling author of Girl, Wash Your Face, "As Colin O'Brady learned while crossing the icy expanse of Antarctica in a record-smashing feat, willing oneself to push forward into extreme cold can be the hardest challenge any human faces. But at the other end of the ordeal lies exhilaration. An irresistible read, The Impossible First asks one urgent question: With the right mindset, what is each of us capable of?" -- Wim Hof, creator of the Wim Hof Method, "Colin O'Brady's world first accomplishment in solo crossing Antarctica is a triumph of lasting importance, and The Impossible First , his narrative of how it all unfolded, is an adventure classic full of appealing honesty--one that conveys exactly how it felt in the moment. I especially loved the portrayal of Colin's relationship with his wife Jenna and their ecstatic victories together, as well as a family scene at Christmas that is filled with poignancy. I cried multiple times in the book's second half. Colin's voice and vulnerability are bound to spark a connection in anyone who picks up this phenomenal book." -- Aron Ralston, New York Times bestselling author of Between a Rock and a Hard Place, "Suspenseful, soul-searching, and at times metaphysical as O'Brady endures an endless sheet of white and ice...The book is a testament to the human soul and the amazing feats we can accomplish with training, willpower, and the singular resilience of the mind. You will learn from and be inspired by it." --Buzz Bissinger, author of Friday Night Lights, New York Times Bestseller "An incredibly engaging and well-written account of one man's quest to cross the world's harshest and most barren continent unassisted . . . you care as much about the man as the mission." -- The Wall Street Journal, "Thrilling. Moving. Astonishing...Colin shows us that greatness isn't about the achievements of life, it's about how you get there and with who." --Lewis Howes, author of The School of Greatness, "Impossible to put down. Fans of adventure narratives will love this astounding, triumphant journey. O'Brady's story deserves a place in the annals of human endurance and survival." --Doug Stanton, author of In Harm's Way and Horse Soldiers, " The Impossible First challenged me to rethink everything about my life and work....In describing Colin's achievements, words like 'epic' and 'incredible' seem too small." --Chris Guillebeau, author of The Art of Non-Conformity and The Happiness of Pursuit, " The Impossible First is a uniquely perceptive, first-person account of how an ordinary person, when loved and supported, can accomplish the extraordinary. A jaw-dropping tale of passion and perseverance, it will have you furiously turning pages to see not just what will happen to Colin, the athlete who tests physical limits, but Colin, the man driven to find his best self. If your dreams sometimes seem beset by doubts in equal measure, read this book. It will tip the balance." --Angela Duckworth, author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Grit, "Colin O'Brady's world-first accomplishment in solo crossing Antarctica is a triumph of lasting importance, and The Impossible First , his narrative of how it all unfolded, is an adventure classic...Colin's voice and vulnerability are bound to spark a connection in anyone who picks up this phenomenal book." --Aron Ralston, author of Between a Rock and a Hard Place, " The Impossible First is impossible to put down. Fans of Ernest Shackleton, Jon Krakauer, and the documentary Free Solo will love this astounding, triumphant journey. O'Brady's story deserves a place in the annals of human endurance and survival." --Doug Stanton, #1 New York Times bestselling author of In Harm's Way and Horse Soldiers, "A jaw-dropping tale of passion and perseverance...If your dreams sometimes seem beset by doubts in equal measure, read this book. It will tip the balance." --Angela Duckworth, author of Grit, "Thrilling. Moving. Astonishing. The Impossible First takes you past the limits of what's possible, revealing the inner potential in all of us. Colin shows us that greatness isn't about the achievements of life, it's about how you get there and with who. This isn't simply an adventure story, it's a story about the human experience." --Lewis Howes, author of The School of Greatness, "The body-breaking physical trials Colin endured and his mind-expanding, spiritual experiences are described here in an epic tale of adventure and discovery." --Paul Simon, Grammy Award-winning songwriter, "Colin O'Brady's amazing adventure is well-written and a fast read. But hang on to it after you finish. On down days go back to the book. It will pick up your spirits dramatically." --Phil Knight, founder of Nike and author of Shoe Dog, "A page-turning story of adventure that goes so much deeper. Colin's relationship with his wife, Jenna, is explored through a powerfully vulnerable and honest lens. Anyone looking for a story of both grit and love will find it here." --Rachel Hollis, author of Girl, Wash Your Face, "To break an endurance record, of course you need conditioning and willpower. But that's not enough--you must be a master of the science of recruiting your body's potential. In his quest to be the first to complete an unassisted solo crossing of Antarctica, O'Brady showed himself to be a brilliant student of extracting more from himself. Read this riveting account for its exciting scenes of obstacles surmounted, but also because it will inspire you with what's possible if you just get the little things right." --Dave Asprey, New York Times bestselling author of Super Human, "Colin's story of organization, determination, and focus is a page turner, and an inspiration to adventurers, entrepreneurs, and leaders regardless of their field." --Tim Boyle, President and CEO of Columbia Sportswear, "An irresistible read, The Impossible First asks one urgent question: With the right mindset, what is each of us capable of?" --Wim Hof, creator of the Wim Hof Method, "Colin inspires the sh!@ out of me. His 'The Impossible First' trek was the capstone of a decade spent breaking records. With each fastest-ever conquest, from the Seven Summits to the highest peak in each American state, to the 932-mile gauntlet across Earth's most remote continent, Colin continues to show that there's virtually no limit to what humans can achieve when they have a will that can't be broken. He's a model--both for his staggering accomplishments and his drive to motivate others." --Tom Bilyeu, CEO of Impact Theory, "Colin O'Brady's amazing adventure is well-written and a fast read. But hang on to it after you finish. On down days go back to the book. It will pick up your spirits dramatically." --Phil Knight, founder of Nike, Inc., and author of Shoe Dog, "Colin's story and his 54-day, record-setting trek across Antarctica show that great triumphs often spring from personal challenges. Definitely recommended as morning reading to feel inspired and take on your own impossible firsts." --Hal Elrod, bestselling author of The Miracle Morning, "Impossible to put down. Fans of Ernest Shackleton, Jon Krakauer, and the documentary Free Solo will love this astounding, triumphant journey. O'Brady's story deserves a place in the annals of human endurance and survival." --Doug Stanton, author of In Harm's Way and Horse Soldiers
Copyright Date
2020
Lccn
2020-276125
Dewey Decimal
919.8904
Dewey Edition
23
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