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(More customer reviews)In an increasingly politically-correct world, one that threatens to turn us all into either mice or robots, Alain Robert stands out, as someone determined to go his own way & do his own thing - in spectacular fashion: by climbing urban skyscrapers - up to 500 metres tall - without gloves, suction pads, ropes, safety equipment - or (generally) permission. To him, life is a game, a challenge, and he usually comes out on top - literally.
At a time when we've begun to doubt our traditional heroes, he, by his extraordinary feats, gives ordinary people something to aspire to & emulate, daring us to rouse ourselves, to shake things up a little (or a lot, which is perhaps why he has never endeared himself to the Establishment).
As this books clearly illustrates, there are no strings attached to his exploits - they are there for all to see. It really is a gripping read - the 16-page section covering his assault on the Chicago Sears Tower being particularly exciting - & downright scary! All this while he bears the injuries, scars & handicaps acquired from a life spent climbing & (occasionally, though never from a skyscraper) falling.
A truly amazing & unique individual. Buy & BE ELEVATED.
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Overcoming vertigo - and countless injuries which have left him officially disabled - the 'Human Spider' has scaled nearly 100 skyscrapers worldwide: from Chicago's Sears Tower to Taipei 101, from the Petronas Towers to the Golden Gate Bridge. Reward and punishment have been received in equal measure - the flamboyant Frenchman has gained international fame and raised thousands of dollars for charity, but has also been arrested, beaten and prosecuted.
Many people ask whether it is madness to undertake such perilous ascents without the use of safety equipment. But in Alain's view, it is madness not to follow your dreams! This is the inspiring story of a man who has conquered fear and exceeded his own limits: the world's greatest urban climber.
"For Robert, tall buildings are his mountains. He eulogises the views from their summits and (police permitting) revels in the freedom." -The Guardian
