Ranulph Fiennes – Mind Over Matter – Signed & Inscribed First Edition 1993

Author: Ranulph Fiennes
Title: Mind Over Matter: The Epic Crossing of the Antarctic Continent
Publisher: Sinclair-Stevenson, London
Date: 1993
Edition: First UK Edition
Format: Octavo
Catalogue Number: 004168

Description

A desirable signed and inscribed first UK edition of Ranulph Fiennes’s Mind Over Matter, published by Sinclair-Stevenson in 1993.

Fiennes has inscribed the title page:

“For George with best wishes, Ranulph Fiennes 1993.”

The inscription is especially attractive because it is dated in the year of publication.

Mind Over Matter records the extraordinary Antarctic journey undertaken by Ranulph Fiennes and Dr Mike Stroud, one of the great modern polar expeditions. Travelling unsupported across the Antarctic continent, the pair endured extreme cold, physical exhaustion and the logistical difficulties of hauling their supplies over immense distances. The expedition became another major achievement in Fiennes’s career and the book provides his detailed first-hand account of its planning, execution and physical demands.

The volume is illustrated with maps, diagrams and photographic material and includes extensive supporting information relating to the expedition and Antarctic exploration.

Condition

The binding is tight and firm. Pages are nice and clean with slight toning. A very good plus copy in the original very good dustwrapper, which has slight creasing and rubbing and is price-clipped. The dustwrapper has now been protected in an easily removable clear archival sleeve. A particularly appealing example of this important modern exploration title, enhanced by Fiennes’s contemporary signed presentation inscription dated 1993.

Catalogue Number: 004168

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