The colorful and exciting life story of one of the greatest Alpine climbers of the 20th century

Tony Smythe was born in 1934. After leaving school he joined the Royal Air Force, serving for eight years as a pilot flying Canberras and Javelins, before resigning to devote more time to climbing and traveling. His many expeditions took him to the Alps, the Himalayas, Eastern Europe and Russia, Canada, Alaska, and South America. He has lectured and written extensively for journals and magazines about his adventures. He lives with his wife in Kendal, Cumbria, UK. Learn more about his legendary father at www.franksmythe.co.uk.