Bates, Robert
K2, The Savage Mountain: The Classic True Story Of Disaster And Survival On The World's Second-Highest Mountain
- ISBN 13:
- 9781493050246
- author:
- Bates, Robert
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Lyons Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, General, Sports & Recreation,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
K2, The Savage Mountain tells the gripping story of a 1953 American expedition to conquer the world's second-highest mountain. Led by Charles S. Houston, the team faced treacherous storms and illness that ultimately prevented them from reaching the summit.
However, their descent was marked by tragedy, and it is this harrowing tale of survival that has become renowned in the annals of climbing. This book captures the essence of the expedition with an unmatched power, offering a compelling account of one of mountaineering's most dramatic stories.
With its focus on the human element and the extreme conditions faced by the climbers, K2, The Savage Mountain is a gripping read for anyone interested in adventure and exploration.
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