{"product_id":"the-full-range-carolyn-highland-9781771607827","title":"The Full Range: Essays from a Life Outside","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover how the raw intensity of the wilderness becomes the ultimate mirror for the human soul.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat does it mean to live a life \"outside\"? In \u003ci\u003eThe Full Range\u003c\/i\u003e, Carolyn Highland answers this question through 41 searingly honest and vivid essays that traverse the peaks and valleys of both the landscape and the heart. Moving far beyond simple adventure narratives, Highland explores how backcountry skiing through waist-deep powder, the rhythmic endurance of a trail run, and the quiet solitude of a mountain sunrise act as catalysts for profound internal shifts.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThese stories capture the grit and awe of outdoor pursuits, but their true power lies in their emotional resonance. Highland masterfully links the physical transitions of the wild--changing seasons, unpredictable weather, and demanding terrain--to the personal transitions we all face: navigating the end of relationships, the uncertainty of new beginnings, and the lifelong pursuit of self-discovery. With prose that is as crisp as mountain air, \u003ci\u003eThe Full Range\u003c\/i\u003e serves as a reminder that the most significant growth often happens when we are furthest from our comfort zones.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you are a seasoned mountaineer or a dreamer seeking a deeper connection to the natural world, this collection offers an intimate map of what it means to be human in the wild. It is a celebration of the complex, beautiful, and often difficult tapestry of experiences that define a life lived with intention.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEmotional Depth: \u003c\/b\u003e 41 essays that bridge the gap between outdoor adrenaline and internal reflection.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdventure Variety: \u003c\/b\u003e Includes diverse perspectives on backcountry skiing, trail running, hiking, and wilderness living.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUniversal Themes: \u003c\/b\u003e Explores relatable topics of identity, relationship transitions, and personal growth.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVivid Storytelling: \u003c\/b\u003e High-impact prose that captures the sensory details of the North American wilderness.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRelatable Perspective: \u003c\/b\u003e Perfect for fans of Cheryl Strayed, Blair Braverman, and nature writing that prioritizes \"the why\" over \"the how.\"\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrace the contours of the wild and the heart alike--experience a life lived at the full range.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Carolyn Highland\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1771607823\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781771607827\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Rocky Mountain Books Incorporated\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/13\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 288\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback","brand":"Carolyn Highland","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48742989922559,"sku":"9781771607827","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-full-range-carolyn-highland-9781771607827","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}