Yosemite Epics: Tales of Adventure from America's Greatest Playground

A falling climber's rope snaps thousands of feet above the ground. Two backcountry skiers find themselves buried by an avalanche. Wild winds hurl a paraglider out of control. A daring kayak venture helps an aging legend discover greater health and happiness.

These stories and many more come to life in "Yosemite Epics: Tales of Adventure from America's Greatest Playground," a collection of first-person narratives from rock, snow, ice and whitewater. Thrilling yet thoughtful, the book explains the athletes' motivations and shares valuable lessons learned from their experiences.

Sharing original and previously unpublished tales are 23 well-known Yosemite figures including Royal Robbins, John Bachar, Tommy Caldwell, Steve Roper, Lynn Hill and Peter Croft.

Author Matt Johanson pens his third book and artist Christopher Hampson delivers striking illustrations.