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The Impossible First
- Narrated by: Colin O'Brady
- Length: 8 hrs and 38 mins
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Colin O’Brady’s awe-inspiring, New York Times best-selling memoir recounting his recovery from a tragic accident and his record-setting 932-mile solo crossing of Antarctica is a “jaw-dropping tale of passion and perseverance” (Angela Duckworth, New York Times best-selling author of Grit).
Prior to December 2018, no individual had ever crossed the landmass of Antarctica alone, without support and completely human powered. Yet, Colin O’Brady was determined to do just that, even if, 10 years earlier, there was doubt that he’d ever walk again normally. From the depths of a tragic accident, he fought his way back. In a quest to unlock his potential and discover what was possible, he went on to set three mountaineering world records before turning to this historic Antarctic challenge.
O’Brady’s pursuit of a goal that had eluded many others was made even more intense by a head-to-head battle that emerged with British polar explorer Captain Louis Rudd - also striving to be “the first”. Enduring Antarctica’s sub-zero temperatures and pulling a sled that initially weighed 375 pounds - in complete isolation and through a succession of whiteouts, storms, and a series of near disasters - O’Brady persevered.
Alone with his thoughts for nearly two months in the vastness of the frozen continent - gripped by fear and doubt - he reflected on his past, seeking courage and inspiration in the relationships and experiences that had shaped his life.
“Incredibly engaging and well-written” (The Wall Street Journal) - and set against the backdrop of some of the most extreme environments on earth, from Mt. Everest to Antarctica - this is “an unforgettable memoir of perseverance, survival, daring to dream big, and showing the world how to make the impossible possible” (Booklist, starred review).
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- Jim B.
- 12-03-20
Simply inspiring.
Well narrated.
Great detail.
Well done.
From white board to reality. Just need my own white board now...
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- Simon
- 04-02-20
Inspirational.
After first becoming aware of Colin after his Joe Rogan interview i was instantly captured by his story.
Hearing Colin detail his trials and triumphs rather than some generic narrator has been amazing and i cant recommend his story enough to people.
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- Trograin
- 08-02-20
Get up and walk
There are no words to how amazing the recount of Collins Jurney was. The way he spoke and painted his own life piece by piece made me feel like I was there.
Get up and walk... No words to describe, read it or even better, listen to it!
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- Amazon Customer
- 29-08-20
AMAZING
Absolutely breathtaking, totally engaging and feels like you are on the ice with him. One of the most moving books I have ever listened too. I would highly HIGHLY recommend it 👌 what an unbelievable human being.... pair of human beings! an inspiration
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- Jonathan T
- 31-05-20
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Absorbing and exciting
Tremendously difficult challenge to undertake
Gives a good insight into the mental side
Good narration by the author
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- Marin Yordanov
- 20-03-20
Touching and motivational
A beautiful work of a man's life. Managed to motivate me in so many areas of my life.
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- Anonymous User
- 09-02-24
Inspiring Read
Loved every page & found it hard to pause. Incredibly interesting read and enjoyed the way Colin told his Antarctic story while covering much of his life story at the same time.
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- Amazon Customer
- 16-04-20
Fantastic!
There is nothing to dislike about this book. It has helped me in various aspects of life. Highly recommended.
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- Nathan Gould
- 13-11-22
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loved it. a fantastic insight into the mindset required to achieve incredible things, Obrady is erudite inspiring and entertaining
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- Amazon Customer
- 20-04-20
increadible
its an incredible book about stepping outside your comfort zone. Inspirational story that shows the importance of grit and determination
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