“The definitive guide to mountains and climbing . . .”
—Conrad Anker

For nearly 60 years The Freedom of the Hills been revered as the “bible” of mountaineering and now in the 9th Edition, it's even better than ever. This is the newest incarnation of the best-selling instructional text for new and intermediate climbers for more than half a century, with fully updated techniques and all-new illustrations. As with all previous editions, this 9th edition was researched and written by a crack team of expert climbers and mountaineers.

Specs

Significant updates to this edition include:

• New alignment with AAC’s nationwide universal belay standard
• Expanded and more detailed avalanche safety info, including how to better understand avalanches, evaluate hazards, travel safely in avy terrain, and locate and rescue a fellow climber in an avalanche
• Newly revamped chapters on clothing and camping
• All-new illustrations reflecting the latest gear and techniques—created by artist John McMullen, former art director of Climbing magazine
• Review of and contributions to multiple sections by AMGA-certified guides
• Fresh approach to the Ten Essentials—now making the iconic list easier to recall