Bill Sherwonit brings to life the adventure, heroism, triumph, and tragedy of climbing North America's highest peak, Denali. He offers great insight and tales of daring adventure for both experienced climbers and armchair explorers who wonder why people climb mountains. The book contains stores about some of the best known personalities associated with the mountain --- from Bradford Washburn to Vern Tejas.
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Aptly nicknamed "the great one" (Denali) by Alaskan natives, mighty Mt. McKinley and the mountaineers it has inspired are the subjects of this chronicle. A dozen climbs significant in Denali's history are described, as well as one typical of those experienced by average adventure climbers. Sherwonit, an outdoors writer based in Anchorage, presents all sides of the controversies provoked by the climbs and by National Park Service policies on use of Denali. The final chapters on the special problems that affect Denali's future--rescue of incompetent or injured climbers, sanitation and trash, how many and what kind of guide services--discuss topics unfamiliar to conservationists in the "lower 48." Recommended. --Paula M. Strain, M.L.S., Rockville, Md.
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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"These marvelous stories demonstrate the risks and challenges of this 20,320-foot peak....An engaging and informative read. ---The Booklist
"Bill Sherwonit's TO THE TOP OF DENALI is a compelling read. ..puts it in a league with such classics as Davidson's Minus 148." ---Rock & Ice Magazine
"I enjoyed every minute of [this book] ---both [Sheronit's] own personal experiences on the dear old West Butrress and [his] discerning review of the mountain's absorbing history." ---Bradford Washburn
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very educational with a clean line of history.,
By Eve_Rest05@yahoo.com (New York, NY) - See all my reviews
This review is from: To the Top of Denali: Climbing Adventures on North America's Highest Peak (Paperback)
This book offers an excellent detailed and informative historical perspective of Denali itself, as well as stories of expeditions, climbers, and a look to the future of the mountain. While well-written and an easy read, some of the stories lack the drama and realism due to the continuing third-person perspective. The book is more of a "factbook" rather than a collection of gripping adventures, and I recommend this read for those interested in true learning about the mountain. The reader is left with a greater appreciation of both nature and human perseverance.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Worth reading if you enjoy Mountaineering stories.,
By edg78@compuserve.com (Draper, Utah) - See all my reviews
This review is from: To the Top of Denali: Climbing Adventures on North America's Highest Peak (Paperback)
This book reads more like a collection of short stories. The book covers the first assent of Denali, first winter accent of Denali, first solo accent of Denali, and several other interesting or note worthy asscents. If you have read and enjoyed the book "Into Thin Air" then you should enjoy this book. The book is very enjoyable reading.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Well written, a must for anyone who aspires to climb Denali,
By Brad White (krgbwhite@msn.com) (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews
This review is from: To the Top of Denali: Climbing Adventures on North America's Highest Peak (Paperback)
Sherwonit has written an interesting history of the expeditions on Denali. It is not a "page-turner" but anyone interested in climbing will appreciate the stories of successful and unsuccessful first ascents, first winter ascents and first solo ascents.
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RISING 20,320 FEET above sea level, Mount McKinley is a perfect symbol of Alaska. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
chief mountaineering ranger, climber education, winter solo ascent, deadliest season, foreign climbers, first winter ascent, windchill temperature, summit try, climber safety, mountaineering community, summit team, minor frostbite, medical camp, six climbers, rescue costs, high camp, whiteout conditions, summit attempt, supply cache, climbing season, mountaineering experience, snow cave, three climbers, climbing community, solo ascents Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
West Buttress, Park Service, Alaska Range, Denali Pass, Kahiltna Glacier, Muldrow Glacier, North America, Cassin Ridge, Genet Expeditions, West Rib, North Peak, Steve Taylor, Karstens Ridge, Bradford Washburn, Windy Corner, Sourdough Expedition, Denali National Park, Naomi Uemura, Wonder Lake, Art Davidson, Ski Hill, Football Field, Ray Genet, South Peak, The Archdeacon's Tower New!
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RISING 20,320 FEET above sea level, Mount McKinley is a perfect symbol of Alaska. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
chief mountaineering ranger, climber education, winter solo ascent, deadliest season, foreign climbers, first winter ascent, windchill temperature, summit try, climber safety, mountaineering community, summit team, minor frostbite, medical camp, six climbers, rescue costs, high camp, whiteout conditions, summit attempt, supply cache, climbing season, mountaineering experience, snow cave, three climbers, climbing community, solo ascents Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
West Buttress, Park Service, Alaska Range, Denali Pass, Kahiltna Glacier, Muldrow Glacier, North America, Cassin Ridge, Genet Expeditions, West Rib, North Peak, Steve Taylor, Karstens Ridge, Bradford Washburn, Windy Corner, Sourdough Expedition, Denali National Park, Naomi Uemura, Wonder Lake, Art Davidson, Ski Hill, Football Field, Ray Genet, South Peak, The Archdeacon's Tower New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- The Ascent of Denali: A Narrative of the First Complete Ascent of the Highest Peak in North America (Mount Mckinley : a Narrative of the First Complete Ascent of the Highest Peak in North America) by Hudson Stuck in Back Matter (1), Back Matter (2), and Back Matter (3)
- Mountain Names by Robert Julyan on page 5, Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- The American Alpine Journal, 2005: The World's Most Significant Climbs, Vol. 47, Issue 79 by John Harlin III in Back Matter (1), Back Matter (2), and Back Matter (3)
- To the Top of the Continent by Frederick A. Cook on page 15, Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- National Park Service: The Story Behind the Scenery by Horace M. Albright on page 91, and Back Matter
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