Storti, Craig
The Hunt for Mount Everest
- ISBN 13:
- 9781529331530
- author:
- Storti, Craig
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- John Murray Publishers Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 23.6 x 16 x 3 centimeters (0.30
- Genre:
- Sports & Recreation, Mountaineering, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 2 working days
Description
The Hunt for Mount Everest by Craig Storti tells the story of the 71-year quest to find the world's highest mountain. This tale spans multiple continents, traversing the Alps, the Himalayas, Nepal and Tibet, as well as the British Empire and its rivalries. From spies and war to political intrigues and treacherous journeys on foot or by mule, Craig Storti uncovers a fascinating saga that led up to the moment in 1921 when two English climbers first set foot on Mount Everest. This book sheds light on the lesser-known events that preceded this historic achievement. With the 100th anniversary of 1921 approaching, most accounts of Mount Everest's climbing history focus on the years following that milestone. The Hunt for Mt. Everest is a unique exploration of all that happened before, revealing a complex and captivating story of human endeavour and exploration.
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