Philosophy for Polar Explorers, Erling Kagge
Philosophy for Polar Explorers, Erling Kagge
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Philosophy for Polar Explorers

Author: Erling Kagge

Narrator: Alti Gunnarson

Unabridged: 2 hr 36 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 11/17/2020


Synopsis

A thoughtful and eloquent meditation that invites us to treat life like a grand exploration and illuminates the possibilities that await us when we do—from “a philosophical adventurer—or perhaps an adventurous philosopher” (The New York Times).

Erling Kagge is one of the world’s most accomplished explorers. He was the first to conquer all three poles on foot, by climbing Mount Everest and walking to the North and South Poles. In this thought-provoking and inspiring book, he uses the wisdom and expertise he has gained on his travels to reflect on life, nature, and humanity. Simple things like getting up early and accepting failure can make a difference, whether battling an arctic storm or stuck in traffic. And practices such as cultivating optimism and being open-minded when pursuing goals can benefit our lives enormously, wherever our paths may take us.

About Erling Kagge

Norwegian adventurer, philosopher and acclaimed writer Erling Kagge is the first person to complete the “Three poles challenge”—reaching the North Pole, the South Pole, and the summit of Mount Everest on foot. After this record-breaking feat, Kagge attended Cambridge University to study philosophy. He is the author of such beloved books as Silence: In the Age of Noise and Walking: One Step at a Time. He has written for the Financial Times, the New York Times, and The Guardian. He lives in Oslo, Norway.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Justo on December 23, 2021

2.5/5 Estrellas Partiendo de la base de que soy un gallina y que no soy capaz de realizar ningún tipo de deporte o actividad que conlleve un mínimo riesgo para mi integridad física, si puedo evitarlo, me llama mucho la atención lo que pasa por la mente de estos personajes que afrontan retos extremos......more

Goodreads review by Chris on April 15, 2020

This is a lovely little stocking filler (Xmas 2019) and full of gems on personal development. Even the chapter headings are a good reminder of how to show up in the world.......more

Goodreads review by Thomas on December 17, 2011

At first I didn't know what to make of this book. It was a bit odd for size and the there was all this color and these graphics inside. And the title grabbed me. It was recommended to me by two friends. So then I began reading. And I was hooked. After all, it is written by a man who walked to both t......more

Goodreads review by Irene on December 13, 2021

A wonderful little gem. Kagge explores the threshold between loneliness and solitude, the fluctuations in self-worth when goals are either reached or abandoned, and how climbing mountains and trekking on ice for extended periods of time teaches you about yourself and about the choices you have, and......more

Goodreads review by Filipa on June 03, 2023

I’ve enjoyed all of Erling’s books. They’re simple, but beautiful at the same time and they all have wonderful life lessons we should strive to never forget. I do plan on getting back to this book because there are things here, in his text, that I want to memorize and make sure I apply to my life.......more


Quotes

“ Kagge’s lean, likeable style makes for an enjoyable whirl of a read.”
—The Wall Street Journal

“A philosophical adventurer—or perhaps an adventurous philosopher.”
—The New York Times

“With a sense of awe, Kagge wanders rather than narrates, movingintuitively between philosophy, science, and personal experience.”
—Los Angeles Review of Books

“Kagge’s wisdom offers salve and salvation.”
—Star Tribune (Minneapolis)