Annapurna South Face
Type
Book
Authors
ISBN 10
0140035028
ISBN 13
9780140035025
Category
700s -- Arts & Recreation
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Publication Year
1971
Publisher
Cassell & Compnay LTD, United States
Pages
1
Subject
Mountaineering -- Nepal
Tags
Abstract
Annapurna South Face by Chris Bonington chronicles the 1970 British expedition to climb the south face of Annapurna, one of the most difficult and dangerous ascents in the history of mountaineering. The book highlights the daring attempts of the team, detailing both their successes and the tragic loss of climber Ian Clough. Bonington provides an engaging and personal narrative that explores the technical challenges, high-altitude risks, and human emotions of those involved. It's a pivotal work in mountaineering literature, known for its gripping storytelling and detailed insight into the sport.
Description
x, 334 pages, 49 plates (1 folded) : color illustrations, colour portraits; 25 cm
Number of Copies
1
