- Hardcover: 388 pages
- Publisher: Macmillan; 1st edition (9 April 1999)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0333740513
- ISBN-13: 978-0333740514
- Product Dimensions: 23 x 15.8 x 3.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 717,314 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'A truly stunning account of his life and near death.... Everyone should read this book... it is the story of a hero' - John Nichol, co-author of Tornado Down
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'Chris Moon knows about tough' - The Times 'This man is a hero for our times' - Daily Mail While supervising mine-clearance in Mozamique in 1995, Chris Moon was blown up in the supposedly clear area of the safety lane. He lost his lower right leg and right arm and survived only through sheer determination. Less than a year after leaving hospital, he ran the London Marathon, raising money for charities assisting the disabled, defying all expectations for his own future. He has since completed more than fifteen other marathons, including the punishing Marathon des Sables, which is a 137 mile race across the Sahara. One Step Beyond is Chris Moon's story so far. He has led a life of remarkable experiences, from being one of the few people to survive kidnap by the Khmer Rouge, to running the final stage of the Olympic torch relay to Nagano for the opening of the 18th Winter Olympics in 1998. Chris Moon writes with wit and charm, passion and belief, and his tale is truly one of adventure, romance and inspiration. 'An inspiring book written by a very brave and modest man' - Richard Branson 'A wonderful read replete with humour and honesty' - Steve Cram 'This powerful book will give you an insight into Chris Moon and, like me, you will feel humbled in his presence' - Tracey Edwards
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
On June 21 1994, my son Master corporal Mark R Isfeld was killed in Kakma, croatia, removing landmines with the Canadian Military Engineers.
I subsequently met Chris Moon several times in the course of activity surrounding the campaign to Ban Landmines, and as a member of the Landmine Survivors Network.
Having known Chris, and now having read the account of his adventures in the book, I can assure you that you are in for some interesting accounts from a very interesting and dynamic person.
From the depths of Cambodia as a prisoner of the Khmer Rouge, to the almost surrealistic "step by step" account of his encounter with a landmine that took his foot and hand, and nearly his life, to the awe-inspiring challenge of running in the London marathon less than a year after he lost these limbs, this book will satisfy even the reader without an interest in the landmine phenomenon to the utmost, giving an insight into a heroic and dedicated individual who has experienced both the joy and horrors of life as few individuals have experienced them. In many ways, he reminds me of my son, who, given the chance at life, would have been proud, as I am, to have called Chris Moon his Friend.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I was moved to read Chris Moon's book after seeing him on Parky's TV show. What a true inspiration he is, how can any of us who haven't been through such trauma ever complain again?! What I want to know now is was he like this BEFORE the mine or did the experience change him into this truly humble and positive person? Whatever - it is a book which everyone guilty of succumbing to the "stresses" of modern life should read. Then go figure!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This enthralling often harrowing book is a source of inspiration for anyone. Chris Moon, a hero by anyone's standards recounts his capture by and escape from the Khmer Rouge as well as the devastation of being blown up by a landmine. His positive, never say die attitude despite all the adversity shouts out from almost every page. But it doesn't stop there - Chris's determination to overcome his disabilities has resulted in achievements that many so called able bodied people would shy away from. If you feel that life is sometimes to much to bear then read this book.
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An inspiring read.
A great book, totally awe inspiring and surprisingly funny, given the subject matter.
Chris shows that it is possible to overcome even the worst scenarios in life, with... Read more
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Published 11 months ago by Chirny
Chris Moon
What an inspiring book, difficult to put this down at times, an absolute must for anyone feeling hard done by or down, full of inspiratiion from start to finish.
Published on 11 Feb 2009 by T. C. Clulow
Courage beyond measure
This book is a fantastic read. It tells the story of Chris Moon and how he survived capture by the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia and was injured by a land mine oin Africa. Read more
Published on 12 Jun 2008 by DARREN "Big Nose" WALKER
Unputdownable
What an amazing guy. This book will inspire you and make you humble at the same time. It is funny, sad and page turningly good. Read more
Published on 14 July 2006 by S. Foster
You will find it hard to put this book down
From the start of this book you feel like you are with `Chris`and experiencing everything with him.How someone can go through so much and still come out smiling is amazing,if you... Read more
Published on 11 May 2000
Brian Isfeld from Canada writes:
On June 21 1994, my son Master corporal Mark R Isfeld was killed in Kakma, croatia, removing landmines with the Canadian Military Engineers. Read more
Published on 14 Aug 1999
Admiration for this humble man of incredible courage
This is an amazing book. Chris Moon is a brave guy who is captured by the Khmer Rouge while voluntarily clearing mines in Cambodia, and has his right hand and leg blown off in an... Read more
Published on 21 July 1999
A inspiring book of immense worth, humour and pride
If you think you've got problems - read this book. Chris Moon is kidnapped, blown up and then runs a marathon. Read more
Published on 26 Jun 1999
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