Stone Play: The Art of Bouldering

by J.S. Watson

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"Stone Play" is a collection of writing and photography on the global phenomenon of bouldering, documenting its historical roots and representing the 'problems' and philosophies of respected boulderers, from the legends of John Gill, Pat Ament and Jacky Godoffe to modern rock-gods such as Dave MacLeod, Bernd Zangerl and Klem Loskot. Over 150 photographs and short essays take a circuit round the globe, from Fontainebleau to New Zealand, highlighting what makes bouldering so addictive and inspiring to the climber. History, landscape, technique and the future of bouldering are all given due consideration by some of the most entertaining writers and climbers on the planet. This book will tempt you to cast your ropes aside!
  • ISBN10 0954877918
  • ISBN13 9780954877910
  • Publish Date 1 October 2007
  • Publish Status Out of Print
  • Out of Print 5 October 2011
  • Publish Country GB
  • Imprint Stone Country Press Ltd
  • Format Paperback
  • Pages 160
  • Language English