Around the World in 80 Years

by Ranulph Fiennes

A CELEBRATION OF THE EXTRAORDINARY LIFE AND ADVENTURES OF 'THE WORLD'S GREATEST LIVING EXPLORER'

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On the eve of his 80th birthday, Sir Ranulph Fiennes looks back at his remarkable life and adventures.

He's climbed Everest not long after a heart bypass operation, he's run seven marathons on seven continents, he's hauled loaded sledges across both polar ice caps and he's circumnavigated the earth...

Ran Fiennes truly is the world's greatest explorer, and this book celebrates his 80th birthday by showcasing his greatest achievements in his own words. Featuring interviews and tributes from his friends, colleagues and admirers, Around the World in 80 Years celebrates the incredible life of a legendary explorer.

324 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 7, 2024

About the author

Sir Ranulph Twisleton-Wykeham-Fiennes, 3rd Baronet, OBE, better known as Ranulph (Ran) Fiennes, is a British adventurer and holder of several endurance records.

Fiennes has written books about his army service and his expeditions as well as a book defending Robert Falcon Scott from modern revisionists. In May 2009, aged 65, he climbed to the summit of Mount Everest. According to the Guinness Book of World Records he is the world's greatest living adventurer.

Reviews

[Holly Seliga · Rating 3 out of 5]

Wanted a break from middle eastern politics and took up, what can be most aptly described, as a truly treacherous series of side quests. Transglobe expeditions, rediscovering lost cities, and summitting Everest thrice, and I’m tired after walking to pick up nespresso pods?

[Terry Chapelhow · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed this compilation of Ranulph’s adventures but was disappointed that a book detailing the adventures of an explorer contained no maps.

[Tim Chapman · Rating 4 out of 5]

I haven't read any of his other books so really enjoyed what felt like a highlight reel of them. I particularly enjoyed his early life bits. Well written and interesting.

[Mark Salmon · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of his best books for me . Amazing adventures and a very bold man .

[Palorossi · Rating 5 out of 5]

A super summary of the life of Ran. Autobiography.