Kingdoms of Experience: Everest, the Unclimbed Ridge (Travel) [Paperback]

Andrew J. Creighton (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1999 | Series: Travel

In 1985, Mal Duff led an expedition to conquer Everest by the unclimbed northeast ridge, the last attempt by Chris Bonnington having ended in tragic failure. Greig chronicles not only this new assault but the complex inter-relationships of the climbers.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Poet, novelist, and novice climber Greig's (Summit Fever) insightful account of the 1985 ascent of Everest's previously unclimbed northeast ridge provides an unusual perspective on the world of climbing. In comparison to many seasoned mountaineers, with their sometimes obsessive "diehard" drive, Greig possesses a refreshing sense of enthusiasm and innocence. His lack of experience allows him to describe with great intensity and detail the difficult tasks of climbing in a methodical step-by-step fashion, allowing readers to grasp the complex challenges. Greig is often able to step back and observe the goings-on, providing a detached analysis of the group and its dynamics. To complement his version of events, he also draws liberally from the diaries of the other participants. A unique addition to mountaineering literature with charming and distinct characteristics.AJo-Anne Mary Benson, Osgoode, Ontario
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Canongate Books (September 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 086241881X
• ISBN-13: 978-0862418816
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,561,150 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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