Extreme Athletes

by Charlotte Guillain

Published 1 January 2014
This book tells the stories of adventurers who have braved danger and the toughest physical challenges in the name of sport, from marathon swimmers to extreme snowboarders. Find out about the courage and skill of sporting trailblazers, and whether you've got what it takes to be an ultimate adventurer.

Ultimate Adventurers tells the true stories of some of the world's greatest adventurers, from history's pioneers to today's explorers. Readers will be thrilled by real-life stories of courage, endurance, and survival against the odds. There will be stories of success and disappointment, individual achievement, and teamwork. Readers will also discover the science and technology behind each adventurer's achievements.

Ultimate Adventurers tells the true stories of some of the world's greatest adventurers, from history's pioneers to today's explorers. Readers will be thrilled by real-life stories of courage, endurance, and survival against the odds. There will be stories of success and disappointment, individual achievement, and teamwork. Readers will also discover the science and technology behind each adventurer's achievements.