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Rock & Wall Climbing

Now fully updated to include the very latest advice and equipment, this practical, illustrated guide provides the ideal introduction to the challenging, exciting skill of climbing, an ever-popular sport that attracts more and more enthusiasts every year.Like any adventure sport, climbing has its fair share of associated risks, particularly for the untrained or unwary. Written by an experienced climber and instructor, this book offers reassuring step-by-step instructions, with practical advice on all aspects of safety and training. The informative text is complemented by clear illustrations and superb, commissioned photography. Equipment, emergency and rescue techniques, training schedules, and guidelines on environment and ethics are included. For beginners and intermediate
climbers alike, Rock & Wall Climbing is an indispensable and motivating guide.
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Now fully updated to include the very latest advice & equipment, this practical, illustrated guide provides the ideal introduction to the challenging, exciting skill of climbing, an ever-popular sport that attracts more & more enthusiasts every year. Like any adventure sport, climbing has its fair share of associated risks, particularly for the untrained or unwary. Written by an experienced climber & instructor, this book offers reassuring step-by-step instructions, with practical advice on all aspects of safety & training. The informative text is complemented by clear illustrations & superb, commissioned photography. Equipment, emergency & rescue techniques, training schedules, & guidelines on environment & ethics are included. For beginners & intermediate climbers alike, Rock & Wall Climbing is an indispensable & motivating guide.

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Stanfords
Stanfords was established in 1853 and opened their iconic Covent Garden flagship store in 1901. They have become the top retailer of maps, travel books and accessories in the UK and arguably offer the largest selection of maps and travel books worldwide. Famous names such as Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ranulph Fiennes and Michael Palin have purchased from Stanfords. They now have a shop in Bristol and both stores together with other venues operate a calendar of events including talks, book signings and exhibitions. As a specialist map retailer, the map selection is comprehensive and includes road maps, street maps and walking maps from worldwide destinations, as well as a selection of world atlases and wall maps. Books include travel guides and travel literature. Stanfords also stock globes, from miniatures made of blue marble to magnificent floor-standing globes. The website features a selection of interesting articles on travel topics.
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