“I probably was dying when Simon found me that night.” P217
“exquisite moment when I realised the nightmare was over and that
the rest of my life had just been given back to me.” P218
“confidence born of youth, too much testosterone and too little
imagination.” P220
“Isn’t memory a wonderful deceiver?” P226
“Life can deal you an amazing hand. Do you play it steady, bluff like
crazy or go all in? I’ll never know.” P227

Recovering from my injuries and getting back to the mountains were my priorities…90% of accidents are down to human error.” P215

Analysing after a climb what you did correctly or incorrectly is as important as being fit or talented.” P213

he did what I would have done in his place…” P212