Description
In the spring of 1996, Mount Everest became the stage for one of the most harrowing mountaineering disasters in history. This gripping account, penned by one of the expedition's lead guides, Anatoli Boukreev, offers a firsthand perspective on the events that unfolded during a fateful ascent. Boukreev navigates the treacherous terrain and the even more perilous human ambitions that led to tragedy, exploring the fine line between courage and hubris at extreme altitudes. The narrative delves into the complex decisions made under immense pressure and the profound impact of the mountain's unforgiving nature on those who dare to challenge it.
Available Editions
hardcover
St Martins Pr
Published Jan 1, 1997
255 pages
ISBN: 9780312168148
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Details
First Published
1997
Language
eng
Translation
From: rus
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Climb: Tragic Ambitions on Everest by Anatoli Boukreev.