The Successful Pole Climber: A Memoir of John Wilcox (1859) is a book written by Alfred Hackhouse. The book is a memoir of John Wilcox, who was a successful pole climber during the mid-19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Wilcox's life and his experiences as a pole climber.The book begins with a brief introduction to Wilcox's life and his early years as a pole climber. It then goes on to describe his training and the techniques he used to climb poles. The book also provides a detailed account of the dangers and challenges that Wilcox faced while climbing poles.Throughout the book, Hackhouse provides insights into the life and work of a pole climber during the mid-19th century. He describes the tools and equipment that were used by pole climbers, as well as the techniques and skills required to be successful in this profession.The book also includes a number of anecdotes and stories about Wilcox's experiences as a pole climber. These stories provide a fascinating insight into the life of a pole climber during the mid-19th century.Overall, The Successful Pole Climber: A Memoir of John Wilcox (1859) is an engaging and informative book that provides a unique perspective on the life and work of a pole climber during the mid-19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of this profession or the challenges faced by those who worked in it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.