Nearing his sixth decade as a dedicated climber, William Bill Katra describes himself as not a great climber, but a persistent one.
In his memoir, the author details his climbs in vivid detail, describing some of the world's most popular routes while emphasizing that scenic beauty is as important to a hike as technical difficulty.
From his early partner-belayed adventures to his more recent unassisted solo scamper-climbs, Bill's techniques have evolved, but his love for the experience rema.