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Chriss
Jan 15, 2010 rated it really liked it
Shelves: interesting-lives
I've wanted to read this book for a long time. It has a slightly different feel than Jon Krakauer's "Into the Wild" because of his personal involvement on the Everest expedition. His strong writing skills still shine through and I can see how the events would haunt him. I also understand his critics, especially the families of those who perished in 1996 on the mountain. I think though none of us who haven't been in that position can judge his or others' actions. Clear thought processes seems to ...more
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Lianna
Jun 16, 2010 rated it liked it
Shelves: history
Ugh why would anyone ever climb Mt Everest?

Hooray for Beck Weathers tho!
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Sunflower
Mar 14, 2008 rated it it was amazing
Shelves: nonfiction-2020-and-before, favorites
I knew nothing about mountaineering when I started this book. It really opened my eyes to the sport; I get it now, though couldn't do it myself. A great read. ...more
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Kelly Lamb
Aug 29, 2007 rated it it was amazing
Shelves: nonfiction
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