L'APPRENTI ALPINISTE, Hachette jeunesse, 1996.
Illustrations de Gianni Bersezio
Catherine Destivelle et Erik Decamp wrote this books for the kids. The chapters follow a technical progression, from the first moves on small boulders to an approach of mountaineering : the kids learn how to do. Each chaper is introduced by a story belonging to Catherine's personal experience as a beginner. In each chapter there is also an introduction to "alpine culture" : famous alpinists, history, knowledge of the environment,... The technical pages are illustrated by Gianni Bersezio, and the other ones are illustrated by many photos and documents. The last chapter is about "the most beautiful mountains in the world". Kids after 8 years old. In french.

ANNAPURNA, DUO POUR UN 8 000, Arthaud, 1994
Catherine Destivelle and Erik Decamp wrote this book immediately after their attempt on Annapurna. It is partly a relation of the expedition. The main part tells sensitively the story of Himalayism and the steps of the preparation of an expedition. Many photos. In french.

ROCS NATURE, Denoël, 1991. Photos Gérard Kosicki
Catherine Destivelle writes about her relationship with an environment she needs : rocks, wide spaces, verticality. A very sincere book with fantastic photos.

DANSEUSE DE ROC, Denoël, 1987
Catherine's first book : she tells her story in a very direct style, and with a good sense of humour. The second part give practical advices to people who want to take care of their fitness... before climbing.