To the Max
Author(s): Mark Inglis
Mark Inglis is a man who lives life to the max.When he was 23 he was trapped in an ice cave near the summit of Mt Cook for 13 days. By the time he and companion Phil Doole could be airlifted from the mountain both men had severe frostbite and had to have their legs amputated below the knee. Though for most people this would be a major set back in life there was no stopping Mark Inglis. He believes life is for living and obstacles are there to be overcome.
This is an inspiring and motivational biography of remarkable courage and determination. It's about accepting challenges, gaining self-respect and living life to the full. He also firmly believes that by sharing his story he can show others that "great things can be accomplished from humble beginnings - with the right attitude.Finalist, New Zealand Post Book Awards (Non-Fiction),
Product Information
Mark Inglis is a climber, an inspirational speaker and an adventurer. At the age of 23, he lost both legs below the knee after survivng for 13 days in an ice cave on Mt Cook during prolonged bad weather. Since then he has set himself many targets - physical, academic and professional - and has succeeded in them all.
General Fields
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- : Random House New Zealand Ltd
- : Random House New Zealand Ltd
- : 0.147
- : 01 March 2003
- : 198mm X 129mm
- : New Zealand
- : books
Special Fields
- : Mark Inglis
- : Paperback
- : 112
- : Life skills & personal awareness, general studies; English literature: literary criticism
- : b&w photographs
