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Rock Queen

Rock Queen - Catherine Destivelle's Autobiography

Finally available in English, "Rock Queen" chronicles the remarkable journey of acclaimed French climber Catherine Destivelle. This compelling autobiography captures her groundbreaking achievements, including her historic 17-hour solo winter ascent of the Eiger's north face in 1992 - the first by a woman.

Originally published in French as 'Ascensions', this English translation features a foreword by Doug Scott CBE and an introduction by Jim Curran. Destivelle's narrative combines Gallic charm with gripping accounts of her legendary climbs, including the Bonatti Route on the Matterhorn and the Bonatti Pillar.