{"product_id":"the-blue-cliff-climbing-tales-from-the-margin-between-land-and-sea-9781999960063","title":"The Blue Cliff: Climbing Tales from the margin between land and sea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe Blue Cliff is a book about sea-cliff exploits, including sea-level traversing, sea stacks, and deep water soloing. It explores questions such as whether Aleister Crowley invented sea-cliff climbing and whether the St Kildan natives evolved prehensile feet. The chapters are structured by area, and most of the essays and images are previously unpublished. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 392 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10 January 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Atlantis Publishing Limited\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Blue Cliff is a captivating exploration of the more daring and aquatic aspects of sea cliff climbing, where the risk of getting wet is a significant factor. Rather than merely serving as a picturesque backdrop to the action, the sea becomes an integral part of the adventure. This book takes readers on a clockwise circumnavigation of the British coastline, beginning with the chalky cliffs of Dover. Along the way, it delves into intriguing questions such as whether Aleister Crowley pioneered sea-cliff climbing and whether he was the greatest climber of his time in the 19th century. It also examines the myth of the St Kildan natives evolving prehensile feet and investigates the truth behind the famous story of commandos witnessing Menlove Edwards perform a deep water solo and subsequently drowning while attempting to emulate him.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe chapters in the book are organized by geographical regions, allowing for a comprehensive and immersive journey. While most of the essays and images in this collection are previously unpublished, some have been previously featured in books, magazines, or journals. The author's expertise and passion for the subject shine through in every page, making The Blue Cliff an essential read for anyone interested in the thrilling world of sea cliff climbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 420 x 300 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781999960063\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grant Farquhar","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":45290369089786,"sku":"9781999960063","price":36.35,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/noImage_1_9f070e70-f1e6-422c-ace4-f943055f54c9.jpg?v=1705298891","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-blue-cliff-climbing-tales-from-the-margin-between-land-and-sea-9781999960063","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}