I went to a fantastic talk by stephen venables at the kendal brewery arts centre. It was a great insight behind the renowned mountaineer, he touched upon his amazing life as a mountaineer, he came across as a lovely, well rounded chap. I felt greatly inspired and i was lucky enough to get a signed book, higher than the eagle soars. I have just finished reading it today and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I found it so interesting to understand his progression and his remarkable journey as a mountaineer. I somehow got great comfort from his book, I suppose reminding me of my childhood and my up bringing. I have read many books about the summit bid to everest, however I felt like I was there with him, understanding the sheer determination and exhaustion... totally amazing and inspiring.
