The Push: A Climber's Search for the Path

Being a beginner climber, I was looking for some read for inspiration, maybe some climbing tips. Of course, I've heard about Tommy, seen multiple videos with him but knew literally nothing about his life. The book had a high rating that's why I chose it over all others.I had no idea what to expect from a book written by a climber and I was surprised by how well-written it turned out to be. Tommy's life is fascinating. It includes incredible ascends in Patagonia and on Dawn Wall, being kidnapped in Kyrgystan, hanging out with Chris Sharma and Alex Honnald - all this makes "The Push" a great adventure book.This biography is very intimate since Tommy shares a lot of details of his personal life, thoughts on his relationships with his father and ex-wife - a lot to reflect on.But even though he mentions some training and climbing routine don't expect to find here a training program or tips - this book won't help improve your climbing techniques but will show you the world of professional climbers and get to know one of them pretty well.

This was really quite an incredible book. Tommy is a very talented writer, in addition to being a remarkable climber. The memoir does a very good job of mixing the personal aspects of his life with the adventurous parts in a way that lets you see how his perspectives and priorities evolved as he got older. I climb so I am already familiar with all of the climbing jargon in this book so I can't be objective, but I thought he did a very good job of defining it, and with explaining some of the history around the climbs.If anyone reads and enjoys this book, there is a documentary called Valley Uprising that came out a few years ago. It's the history of climbing at Yosemite Valley and digs deeper than this book does. This was a little before the free climb of the Dawn Wall. I don't remember if Tommy is featured in it or not, as the movie spends a lot more time in the 60s and 70s, but some of the supporting characters in his book are, like Dean Potter and Alex Honnold.

This book was engaging and thrilling from beginning to end. The climbing descriptions of route, gear, methods and training were superb. The writing was too notch. Thank you and congratulations on all your accomplishments. I enjoyed reading about your family also. I highly recommend your book to anyone who loves rugged adventure and romance.

The book was engaging and well-written. I was impressed with the precise vocabulary Tommy Caldwell used throughout the book. He could have left out the technical aspect of climbing the walls so that we could move through the story a little faster.Other than that, a powerful story of overcoming hardships (Kidnapping and his index finger incident).

I loved this book. When I saw Tommy's interviews in Free Solo, I had a feeling I'd enjoy this book, and after seeing Krakauer's endorsement, I knew I had to check it out.And it was well worth it. One of my top reads this year, so far.The book is about climbing, yes. But it is even moreso about drive, despite incredible obstacles. Tommy's entire life journey is one of facing hardship and failure with incredible grit and perseverance, and a willingness to change and grow. Whether navigating a doomed first marriage, being kidnapped by militants in Kyrgyzstan, or a seven year obsession with arguably the hardest climb in the world, Tommy constantly digs deep and keeps going. Not only will his book make you want to spend more time in the mountains, it will make you want to chase your own passions with the same fervor. Highly recommend.

Wow...The Push is a job well done...it is a story about climbing and life and oftentimes very intense experiences. The Push is written in such a way that anyone can embrace it whether you climb or not. I found the author to be very open and honest and details out an exhilarating account of human will, frailty, closed mindedness and open mindedness, focus, dreampower, work ethic and of individual and group growth.The Push is one of the most incredible books I've ever read...I almost hated it to end.This is an adventure and a journey not to be missed.

Thoroughly enjoyed it, and there was plenty of climbing, but just good insight as well. Caldwell is and will always be an icon of the climbing world, not only my because of what’s he’s done, but also because of who he is, and that’s a good person.

Thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. I am not a climber, actually have zero interest in rock climbing but love to read about those who have a passion, who demand the disciplined enormous effort required to accomplish greatness. Tommy Caldwell proves over and over what it takes to achieve a goal. The fact that he devoted over 7 yrs of his life to send the Dawn Wall also shows that greatness probably always involves a small amount of "madness". Great writing, I kept wanting to return to my book to find out what's happening. Read it you will love it.

A bio that is as easy to read as Gone With The Wind with the best goodbye line that I ever heard:”I love you but not the way you love me”While the chapters on the Dawn Wall Deliver the agony and thills of one of the greatest climbs in history.

Wow, what a read. I am in no way a climber but I watched Dawn Wall on netflix and was astounded by this guys life, endurance and determination. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this, couldn't put it down! It's beautifully written and you get a real sense of what a kind, driven, humble and loving guy Tommy is. 100% reccomend! 5*

I absolutely love the vulnerability, authenticity, insight, and wisdom found amongst these pages. Tommy proves over and over to never give up, find another way and persevere! The final push may be difficult but the results are abundantly rewarding!

Excelente obra!

Un libro fascinante de escalada en roca y la vida personal de Tommy escrita por él mismo.