Comments on: Christmas Presents for Skiers – 7 Inspiring Climbing Movies http://homeboyski.com/2009/12/14/christmas-presents-for-skiers-7-inspiring-climbing-movies/ Ski Gear, Ski Resorts, Interviews, Reviews, Tips & Tricks Tue, 07 Sep 2010 06:24:03 +0100 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.6 hourly 1 By: Christmas Presents for Skiers – 7 Inspiring Climbing Movies | Snowboarder News http://homeboyski.com/2009/12/14/christmas-presents-for-skiers-7-inspiring-climbing-movies/comment-page-1/#comment-8293 Christmas Presents for Skiers – 7 Inspiring Climbing Movies | Snowboarder News Sat, 09 Jan 2010 20:10:01 +0000 http://homeboyski.com/?p=3793#comment-8293 [...] homeboyski.com [...] [...] homeboyski.com [...]

]]> By: Gabriele http://homeboyski.com/2009/12/14/christmas-presents-for-skiers-7-inspiring-climbing-movies/comment-page-1/#comment-8165 Gabriele Thu, 17 Dec 2009 19:01:18 +0000 http://homeboyski.com/?p=3793#comment-8165 Your Comments Stacks of good information for mountain lovers and climbers. The suggestion to buy them related Christmas Amazon gift books is excellent. One way to help the cash strapped during recession, indeed... Buying online at Amazon they save on petrol or transport costs and can enjoy refreshments their own home, contrary to having to turn into some bar or restaurant when hungry from shopping. Your Comments

Stacks of good information for mountain lovers and climbers.
The suggestion to buy them related Christmas Amazon gift books is excellent.
One way to help the cash strapped during recession, indeed… Buying online at Amazon they save on petrol or transport costs and can enjoy refreshments their own home, contrary to having to turn into some bar or restaurant when hungry from shopping.

]]> By: Christmas Presents for Skiers – 10 Ski Movies to Entertain You | Skiing Info, Tips, Reviews http://homeboyski.com/2009/12/14/christmas-presents-for-skiers-7-inspiring-climbing-movies/comment-page-1/#comment-8149 Christmas Presents for Skiers – 10 Ski Movies to Entertain You | Skiing Info, Tips, Reviews Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:29:00 +0000 http://homeboyski.com/?p=3793#comment-8149 [...] of days ago I wrote about Christmas presents for skiers and collected seven inspiring climbing movies to watch. Today I continue the same topic by [...] [...] of days ago I wrote about Christmas presents for skiers and collected seven inspiring climbing movies to watch. Today I continue the same topic by [...]

]]> By: Christmas Presents for Skiers - 10 Ski Movies to Entertain You | Homeboy Ski Blog http://homeboyski.com/2009/12/14/christmas-presents-for-skiers-7-inspiring-climbing-movies/comment-page-1/#comment-8144 Christmas Presents for Skiers - 10 Ski Movies to Entertain You | Homeboy Ski Blog Wed, 16 Dec 2009 22:28:45 +0000 http://homeboyski.com/?p=3793#comment-8144 [...] of days ago I wrote about Christmas presents for skiers and collected seven inspiring climbing movies to watch. Today I continue the same topic by [...] [...] of days ago I wrote about Christmas presents for skiers and collected seven inspiring climbing movies to watch. Today I continue the same topic by [...]

]]> By: Linda J LeBlanc http://homeboyski.com/2009/12/14/christmas-presents-for-skiers-7-inspiring-climbing-movies/comment-page-1/#comment-8139 Linda J LeBlanc Tue, 15 Dec 2009 05:45:03 +0000 http://homeboyski.com/?p=3793#comment-8139 For a more intimate look at the Sherpas who make climbing Everest possible, read Beyond the Summit by Linda LeBlanc. They are the true heroes of Everest. Without their assistance, very few would reach the summit. Details of Sherpa culture and religion are interwoven in a tale of romance and high adventure. The story has something for everyone: a love affair between an American journalist and Sherpa guide, conflict between generations as the modern world challenges centuries of tradition, an expedition from the porter’s point of view. Below are selections from reviews. To read the complete ones and excerpts go to www.beyondthesummit-novel.com Beyond the Summit, is the rare gem that shows us the triumphs and challenges of a major climb from the porter’s point of view. The love of two people from diverse cultures is the fiery centerpiece of a novel that leads its readers through harshly beautiful and highly dangerous territory to the roof of the world. Malcolm Campbell, book reviewer Conflict and dialog keep this gripping story of destiny, romance and adventure moving from the first page to the last paragraph. LeBlanc has a genius for bonding her readers and her characters. I found I was empathizing in turn with each character as they faced their own personal crisis or trauma. Richard Blake for Readers Views. A gripping, gut-twisting expedition through the eyes of a porter reveals the heart and soul of Sherpas living in the shadows of Everest. EverestNews.com A hard-hitting blend of adventure and romance which deserves a spot in any serious fiction collection. Midwest Book Review LeBlanc is equally adept at describing complex, elusive emotions and the beautiful, terrifying aspect of the Himalayan Mountains. Boulder Daily Camera LeBlanc’s vivid description of the Himalayas and the climbing culture makes this a powerful read. Rocky Mt News Pick of the Week A rich adventure into the heart of the Himalayan Kingdom. Fantastic story-telling from one who has been there. USABookNews.com This is the book to read before you embark on your pilgrimage to Nepal. The author knows and loves the people and the country, and makes you feel the cold thin air, the hard rocks of the mountains, the tough life of the Sherpa guides, and you learn to love them too. This is a higly literate, but also very readable book. Highly recommended.” – John (college professor) Memorable characters and harrowing encounters with the mountains keep the action moving with a vibrant balance of vivid description and dialog. Literary Cafe Host, Healdsburg, CA This superbly-crafted novel will land you in a world of unimaginable beauty, adventure, and romance. The love story will keep you awake at night with its vibrant tension and deep rich longing. Wick Downing, author of nine novels Such vividly depicted images of the Everest region and the Sherpa people are the perfect scenario for the romance and adventure feats narrated. It’s a page-turner, so engrossing you end up wanting to visit Nepal! Not just novel, but perfect for those seeking to get acquainted with the culture of this country. By Claudia Fournier (América, Bs. As., Argentina) Available through Barnes and Noble, Borders, amazon.com, Chesslerbooks.com, and the web site For a more intimate look at the Sherpas who make climbing Everest possible, read Beyond the Summit by Linda LeBlanc.
They are the true heroes of Everest. Without their assistance, very few would reach the summit. Details of Sherpa culture and religion are interwoven in a tale of romance and high adventure. The story has something for everyone: a love affair between an American journalist and Sherpa guide, conflict between generations as the modern world challenges centuries of tradition, an expedition from the porter’s point of view.

Below are selections from reviews. To read the complete ones and excerpts go to http://www.beyondthesummit-novel.com

Beyond the Summit, is the rare gem that shows us the triumphs and challenges of a major climb from the porter’s point of view. The love of two people from diverse cultures is the fiery centerpiece of a novel that leads its readers through harshly beautiful and highly dangerous territory to the roof of the world. Malcolm Campbell, book reviewer

Conflict and dialog keep this gripping story of destiny, romance and adventure moving from the first page to the last paragraph. LeBlanc has a genius for bonding her readers and her characters. I found I was empathizing in turn with each character as they faced their own personal crisis or trauma.
Richard Blake for Readers Views.

A gripping, gut-twisting expedition through the eyes of a porter reveals the heart and soul of Sherpas living in the shadows of Everest. EverestNews.com

A hard-hitting blend of adventure and romance which deserves a spot in any serious fiction collection. Midwest Book Review

LeBlanc is equally adept at describing complex, elusive emotions and the beautiful, terrifying aspect of the Himalayan Mountains. Boulder Daily Camera

LeBlanc’s vivid description of the Himalayas and the climbing culture makes this a powerful read. Rocky Mt News Pick of the Week

A rich adventure into the heart of the Himalayan Kingdom. Fantastic story-telling from one who has been there. USABookNews.com

This is the book to read before you embark on your pilgrimage to Nepal. The author knows and loves the people and the country, and makes you feel the cold thin air, the hard rocks of the mountains, the tough life of the Sherpa guides, and you learn to love them too. This is a higly literate, but also very readable book. Highly recommended.”
– John (college professor)

Memorable characters and harrowing encounters with the mountains keep the action moving with a vibrant balance of vivid description and dialog. Literary Cafe Host, Healdsburg, CA

This superbly-crafted novel will land you in a world of unimaginable beauty, adventure, and romance. The love story will keep you awake at night with its vibrant tension and deep rich longing. Wick Downing, author of nine novels

Such vividly depicted images of the Everest region and the Sherpa people are the perfect scenario for the romance and adventure feats narrated. It’s a page-turner, so engrossing you end up wanting to visit Nepal! Not just novel, but perfect for those seeking to get acquainted with the culture of this country.
By Claudia Fournier (América, Bs. As., Argentina)

Available through Barnes and Noble, Borders, amazon.com, Chesslerbooks.com, and the web site

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