The Ascent Of Everest
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: John Hunt
Binding: Hardback
Published: Readers Book Club, 1955
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
This gripping non-fiction account chronicles the monumental 1953 British expedition to conquer the world's highest peak. It presents the intricate planning, logistical hurdles, and sheer human endurance required to achieve such an unprecedented feat. The narrative illustrates the unwavering determination of the climbers and the strategic brilliance of their leader, offering a thrilling perspective on one of humanity's greatest adventures. Readers will find a compelling and authoritative record of the historic ascent, detailing the courage and camaraderie that defined the pioneering journey. This seminal work remains an essential read for anyone fascinated by mountaineering history and the indomitable spirit of exploration.
Author: John Hunt
Binding: Hardback
Published: Readers Book Club, 1955
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
This gripping non-fiction account chronicles the monumental 1953 British expedition to conquer the world's highest peak. It presents the intricate planning, logistical hurdles, and sheer human endurance required to achieve such an unprecedented feat. The narrative illustrates the unwavering determination of the climbers and the strategic brilliance of their leader, offering a thrilling perspective on one of humanity's greatest adventures. Readers will find a compelling and authoritative record of the historic ascent, detailing the courage and camaraderie that defined the pioneering journey. This seminal work remains an essential read for anyone fascinated by mountaineering history and the indomitable spirit of exploration.