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In July 2007, Lewis Gordon Pugh became the first person to swim at the North Pole, in temperatures that would kill a normal person, primarily to raise awareness of climate change. Nicknamed 'the human polar bear' for his ability to raise his body temperature at will, he has pioneered swims in the world's most hostile waters, redefining what it is possible to achieve in terms of endurance. A former member of the SAS, Lewis tells his fantastic story here for the first time. Chapters cover his childhood, growing up with his 'hero' Surgeon Rear Admiral father, his early life in South Africa, his gruelling training in the army's elite regiment, his inspiration and, of course, plenty of action/adventure stories, chronicling his many nail-biting endurance swims. With practical lessons taken from his own life, Lewis explains how recognising one's passions and taking calculated risks is essential for anyone looking to fulfil their goals. The book will also cover his expedition kayaking to the North Pole in summer 2008 and preparing for his most dangerous swim yet - on Everest! - planned for May 2010. His story is inspiring, entertaining and thrilling in equal measure, and its 39-year-old author is a much-needed role model for our times.
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A former SAS soldier, Lewis Gordon Pugh is the only person to have swum long distance in all 5 oceans of the world, his extraordinary efforts undertaken primarily to raise awareness of climate change. In August 2006 he became the first person to swim the length of the Thames from source to sea and, in February 2007, the first to swim at the North Pole. He lives in London and South Africa.
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I love to read books on people who push the boundaries of human endeavour. Having read Books such as Lance armstrong's "its not about the bike"; Dean Karnazes "Ultramarathon man" and Ranulph Fiennes "Beyond the limits" I had somewhat become de-sensitized from these books and have found it difficult to experience that "Cant put down, Gripping" feeling. However having seen Lewis Pugh on T.v last year and hearing of his achievements I pre ordered his book and waited patiently. - I was not disappointed!!
"Achieving the impossible" reveals the traits of a man who could achieve anything he put his mind to. Experiencing his success and set backs really portrayed the character of the man well. It does seem impossible to believe his achievement throughout his life. He has a C.V to rival any man!
This book is a must read! and what makes it stand out ahead of the others is that he is modest and thankful for all the support he has received throughout his life. The book also displays an intelligent, ulterior message of the need to protect the environment whilst not detracting from the novel of the human polar bear.
Don't hesitate to read this book.
"Achieving the impossible" reveals the traits of a man who could achieve anything he put his mind to. Experiencing his success and set backs really portrayed the character of the man well. It does seem impossible to believe his achievement throughout his life. He has a C.V to rival any man!
This book is a must read! and what makes it stand out ahead of the others is that he is modest and thankful for all the support he has received throughout his life. The book also displays an intelligent, ulterior message of the need to protect the environment whilst not detracting from the novel of the human polar bear.
Don't hesitate to read this book.
Format:Hardcover
I was lucky enough to hear Lewis Pugh talk at an event recently - a truly inspirational man! This book is definitely worth a read if you are remotely interested in adventure and what motivates people. He has undertaken some incredible physical challenges to raise awareness of climate change and to make people sit up and listen.
Format:Hardcover
I got this book after hearing about his swim in the North Pole in - 1.7 C. I had been struggling to swim in 12 C in the sea, so I was interested to see how he could do it!
He has done some amazing swims all over the world, Norway, South Africa, Antarctica to name a few, each time pushing his body and mind to the limit.
I really enjoyed the book and was a bit sad when I got to the end! He is truly an inspiration.
He has done some amazing swims all over the world, Norway, South Africa, Antarctica to name a few, each time pushing his body and mind to the limit.
I really enjoyed the book and was a bit sad when I got to the end! He is truly an inspiration.
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