Audrey Salkeld Boeken

Go higher and higher with the world’s leading mountaineers as they describe 50 of the most spectacular peaks from around the their routes, their challenges, and their climbing history, plus compelling climbing experiences that are sure to inspire. Contributions come from Iain Allan on Mount Kenya; George Band on Kengchenjunga; Al Read on Grand Teton; Steve Roper on El Capitan; Anderl Heckmair on the first ascent of the north wall of the Eiger; and George Mallory II, who retraces his grandfather’s history-making journey on Everest. Breathtaking photographs, maps, and charts fill the volume, and there’s practical information how to get to each fabled mountain, on what gear to take and when to climb, what facilities are available, and what safety provisions must be taken.

This book presents a remarkable selection of first-hand accounts from 40 of the foremost modern mountaineers, showcasing the rich adventure of mountain climbing. It explores the evolution of climbing across various regions, from the Alps and remote European ranges to North America's big walls and icy terrains, as well as the challenges of South America, Antarctica, and the Himalayas. Each section provides historical context, highlighting pioneering exploits such as Charles Houston's vivid memories of Nanda Devi and K2 in the 1930s, Bradford Washburn's 1937 ascent of Alaska's Mt. Lucania, and Sir Edmund Hillary's reflections on Everest in 1953. The narratives also include contemporary climbers' experiences, like Catherine Destivelle's eleven days on the west face of the Dru, Paul Piana's and Todd Skinner's near disaster on El Capitan's Salathe Wall, and Barry Blanchard's harrowing moments on Mt. Temple's north face. Other climbers, including Rutkiewicz, Venables, and Messner, share their exhilaration, success, failure, and redemption in the mountains, each contributing to a diverse array of climbing styles and writing. This collection enriches the reader's understanding of the enduring allure of climbing.

A dashing, determined adventurer, Mallory tried to climb Mount Everest three times, dying on his final attempt. His daring exploits—and the mystery of whether he reached the summit before he died—will hold young readers’ interest from cover to cover.

Describes Mallory's final expedition to Mount Everest in 1924, the mystery surrounding his disappearance, and the discovery of his remains in 1999

Druhý svazek dvoudílné publikace přibližuje horolezecké expedice v oblastech Jižní polokoule a Asie. Stejně jako předchozí díl je kniha doplněna řadou barevných fotografií a stručnými životopisy autorů