In his long-awaited memoir, Yvon Chouinardβlegendary climber, businessman, environmentalist, and founder of Patagonia, Inc.βshares the persistence and courage that have gone into being head of one of the most respected and environmentally responsible companies on earth. From his youth as the son of a French Canadian blacksmith to the thrilling, ambitious climbing expeditions that inspired his innovative designs for the sportβs equipment, Let My People Go Surfing is the story of a man who brought doing good and having grand adventures into the heart of his business lifeβa book that will deeply affect entrepreneurs and outdoor enthusiasts alike.