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  • My Life’s Journey to the Top of Everest
  • By: Ben Fogle, Marina Fogle
  • Narrated by: Ben Fogle
  • Length: 7 hrs and 10 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (888 ratings)

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Summary

My eyes lifted to the horizon and the unmistakable snowy outline of Everest.

Everest, the mountain of my childhood dreams. A mountain that has haunted me my whole life. A mountain I have seen hundreds of times in photographs and films but never in real life.

In April 2018, seasoned adventurer Ben Fogle and Olympic cycling gold medallist Victoria Pendleton, along with mountaineer Kenton Cool, took on their most exhausting challenge yet – climbing Everest for the British Red Cross to highlight the environmental challenges mountains face. It would be harrowing and exhilarating in equal measure as they walked the fine line between life and death 8,000 metres above sea level.

For Ben, the seven-week expedition into the death zone was to become the adventure of a lifetime, as well as a humbling and enlightening journey. For his wife Marina, holding the family together at home, it was an agonising wait for news. Together, they dedicated the experience to their son, Willem Fogle, stillborn at eight months.

Cradling little Willem to say goodbye, Ben and Marina made a promise to live brightly. To embrace every day. To always smile. To be positive and to inspire. And from the depths of their grief and dedication, Ben’s Everest dream was born.
Up, from here the only way was Up.

Part memoir, part thrilling adventure, Ben and Marina’s account of his ascent to the roof of the world is told with their signature humour and warmth, as well as with profound compassion.

©2018 Ben Fogle (P)2018 HarperCollins Publishers
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Critic reviews

"A pleasant and lyrical read." (Guardian)

"Written with wit and affection, this light-hearted, yet stirring narrative entertains and inspires with equal measure." (Countryside Magazine)

"Fogle's typical adventure-style storytelling keeps the narrative light and entertaining." (Independent)

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Just brilliant

A fantastic listen

An inspirational story of positivity and emotional intelligence

If you are looking for a listen to make you smile and feel inspired this is it.

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Excellent book by an excellent presenter

cant recommend this book highly enough, well wrote, well read by both Ben and his wife Marina

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Very inspirational

I loved this book! Ben is very inspiring. An emotional and exciting listen. Narrated well by him and his wife. Will love to listen to some of his other books.

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awesome 👌

loved this audio book. Well read and captivating throughout. I would definitely recommend it

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First audio book

This was my first audio book and what a fantastic first. Words cannot describe how my normally boring train commute to work every day has been lifted by this incredible story. I’ve sat staring out if the window engrossed with the words while watching the world rush by. Thank you Ben/ Marina Fogle for reading it yourselves this brought the whole story the life.
Totally amazing and on to the next adventure. As said by Ben himself always look up

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really good

I would have liked a more personal account of the non western climbers and Nepal people particularly, but it's a good listen and he reads it will.

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Truly moving

Really moving story! Loved the narration from Ben and Marina, such a personal story. Positive and inspiring!

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Honest, Wonderful and truly UP!

Loved it! Fabulous descriptions, honest feelings and truly inspirational.
Read this yourself and read it to your kids. A must read.







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Fabulous

I listen to it for 2nd time and must say this story is so inspiring. Thank you Ben for sharing your story(ups and downs). Up

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Up,up,up a true reflection of Everest...

There have been many accounts of ascending Everest, this account is unique. Ben and Marina provide a heart felt story that should be read by every parent and Grandparent one of the best motivational accounts that brings to life the positive attitude that can help to achieve whatever one puts one mind to. Most enjoyable a great read or listen.

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