Freefall by Tom Read – First Edition Hardback (1998)

A compelling and deeply personal autobiography from former British Parachute Regiment soldier Tom Read. Published by Little, Brown & Company in 1998, this first edition hardback chronicles Read's extraordinary ambition to become the first person to break the sound barrier unassisted by freefalling from more than 23 miles above the Earth.

More than just an adventure story, Freefall is an honest and powerful account of one man's battle with mental illness, charting his descent into madness and his struggle to rebuild his life. Combining military experience, extreme ambition and personal resilience, this gripping memoir offers a unique insight into the pressures faced by elite soldiers and adventurers.

Featuring illustrations by the author and spanning 348 pages, this is an absorbing read for collectors of military memoirs, parachuting enthusiasts and readers of inspirational true-life stories.

First Edition HardbackPublished 1998348 PagesIllustrated by the Author