The Boulder : A Philosophy for Bouldering book cover

Philosophical Bouldering Guide

Climbing & Mountaineering

The Boulder : A Philosophy for Bouldering

by and John Gill

An enlightening book, this is an inspired collection of thoughts on the practice of bouldering, bringing it into conversation with arts and sports as varied as architecture, dance, skateboarding, painting, parkour, martial arts and gymnastics.


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About the book

Reading it will enrich your climbing and encourage you to appreciate the natural physicality and artful play of bouldering. Francis Sanzaro, a boulderer and academic, shows how the pursuit of bouldering is a philosophy which can be improved and strengthened just like a muscle, benefiting both body and soul. Exploring the philosophy of bouldering and giving boulderers a unique voice of their own, this is accessible and inspiring writing from a real philosopher.

Book details

Published by Stone Country Press Ltd

Paperback ISBN: 9780954877996 15 Apr 2013 198 x 129 (mm)