Amazing, true stories of those who have tried, and often tragically failed, to conquer the worldâÃÂÃÂs highest mountain from MalloryâÃÂÃÂs ill-fated expedition in 1922 to the hunt for his body in 1999. Full of ambition, tragedy and misfortune, this is a real page-turner.
Key Features
Stories arranged chronologically
Glossary of terms
Paperback (B Format)
Written to interest even the most reluctant reader
Includes Internet links to Everest websites
Promotion info
Paul Dowswell's "Complete Book of the Microscope" won the 1999 Rhone-Poulenc Prize.
