Jimmy Chin

3 Jimmy Chin Recommended Books

Jimmy Chin is an award-winning professional climber, skier, mountaineer, director, and photographer. He has summited and skied from the top of Mount Everest, completed the first and only ski descent of the North Face of the Eiger, and has worked with National Geographic and other major brands as a photographer. He won an Academy Award for his documentary Free Solo, and is an avid outdoorsman and athlete.

3 Books recommended by Jimmy Chin

A Guide to the I Ching

A Guide to the I Ching

Author :Carol K. Anthony

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"[This book] was given to me as a freshman by one of my comparative religion teachers. I've pretty much traveled with that thing since." - Jimmy Chin [Source]

Missoula

Missoula

Rape and the Justice System in a College Town

Author :Jon Krakauer

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"I was just really impressed how he basically in a way changed how he wrote to address the subject in the most powerful way that he could." - Jimmy Chin [Source]

Musashi

Musashi

An Epic Novel of the Samurai Era

Author :Eiji Yoshikawa

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"Loved [this book]." - Jimmy Chin [Source]

FAQs

Q1: What qualifications does Jimmy Chin possess to recommend books?

Jimmy Chin is a professional climber, skier, and National Geographic photographer. He was also the lead climber and co-producer in the award-winning film Meru, making him knowledgeable on the subject of mountain-climbing and outdoor adventure. His extensive experience in the industry makes him a qualified expert in recommending books about the outdoors.

Jimmy Chin typically recommends books that are focused on outdoor adventure such as mountain climbing, skiing, and photography. He also recommends books on topics related to nature, the environment, and travel.

Yes, Jimmy Chin has both written and photographed books that he recommends. His most popular work is his book "Free Solo: How to Climb the World’s Most Dangerous Routes”

You can find a list of books recommended by Jimmy Chin on his official website, or on various outdoors-focused forums and websites.

Jimmy Chin suggests new books on a regular basis. He is always on the lookout for inspiring and informative books, so it is a good idea to check his website and other related outlets from time to time for his latest recommendations.