Mad, Bad and Dangerous to Know

"Always the leader and always the best," praises Bear Grylls. Even critics with scant tolerance for traditional machismo find Fiennes's narrative gripping and compelling, as noted in Time Out magazine. Compass Magazine compliments the expansive scope of his adventures, marveling at "the full breadth of a lifetime of adventuring."

Sir Ranulph Fiennes's accomplishments are extraordinary: an elite soldier, an accomplished athlete, a daring mountaineer, an exploratory pioneer, and even a bestselling author. His accolades include a polar medal and an OBE for his services to exploration. Remarkably, he was a candidate to replace Sean Connery as James Bond, a testament to his larger-than-life persona.

In Mad, Bad and Dangerous to Know, Fiennes recounts leading expeditions across the globe, including becoming the first person to journey on land to both Poles. He vividly describes discovering the lost city of Ubar in Oman and his harrowing solo, unsupported trek to the North Pole, an endeavour that nearly claimed his life and cost him several fingers.

To celebrate his 75th birthday, this autobiography has been re-published, featuring two new chapters that update his exhilarating life story. These additions cover more awe-inspiring triumphs, including his ascent of Mount Everest and other treacherous adventures.

This detailed and daring memoir is a testament to Sir Ranulph Fiennes's exceptional resilience and indomitable spirit, making it a must-read for anyone fascinated by the limits of human potential and the thrill of exploration.