A dramatic collection of photographs revealing the world’s most beautiful climbing locations, from Tsaranoro in Madagascar and Teplicke in Czechia to Mount Huashan in China.
The Art of Climbing presents a visually compelling exploration of global climbing culture through the lens of photographer Simon Carter. Featuring locations from Madagascar to China, the book captures the diversity of climbing disciplines—bouldering, sport climbing, top roping, and free soloing—set against striking natural landscapes. It offers inspiration for both experienced climbers and those transitioning from indoor walls to outdoor terrain.
Structured around thematic chapters such as Formations, Environment, Intensity, and Flow, the book blends sport and visual storytelling. Accompanying texts by Carter and contributors from the international climbing community provide insight into the physical and artistic dimensions of climbing. A reference section rounds out the volume with practical tools including a glossary, grading chart, and profiles of ten notable routes.
Author: Simon Carter
9" x 10.9"
Hardcover
256 pages
ISBN: 978-0500025970
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