The narrative highlights the groundbreaking 1978 expedition of 13 American women who aimed to conquer Annapurna, one of the world's most challenging peaks. It explores their determination, camaraderie, and the obstacles they faced in a male-dominated field. The book captures the spirit of adventure and the significance of this achievement in women's mountaineering history, showcasing their resilience and the impact of their journey on future generations of female climbers.
Arlene Blum Volgorde van de boeken (chronologisch)
Arlene Blum is een Amerikaanse bergbeklimster, schrijfster en wetenschapper op het gebied van milieugezondheid. Ze is vooral bekend van het leiden van de eerste volledig vrouwelijke beklimming van de Annapurna (I), wat tevens de eerste succesvolle Amerikaanse beklimming was. Ze was ook adjunct-leider van de eerste volledig vrouwelijke beklimming van de Denali en de eerste Amerikaanse vrouw die de Mount Everest probeerde te beklimmen.
In her inspiring autobiography, mountain-climbing heroine Blum scales the heights of human aspiration and liberation, chronicling a life of astonishing achievement and courage.
Nella primavera del 1955, dopo solo due anni dall'ascensione all'Everest, Monica Jackson, Elizabeth Stark e Evelyn Camrass formarono la prima spedizione completamente femminile in Himalaya. Con un equipaggiamento pesante e goffo per gli standard moderni, e un gruppo di sherpa volenterosi, esplorarono zone sconosciute e raggiunsero la cima di una montagna di oltre settemila metri, alla quale diedero il nome di Gualgen, il loro capo sherpa.
Annapurna
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