Mount Everest: The Reconnaissance, 1921 (Classic Reprint)

Description: This book chronicles the 1921 British Mount Everest Reconnaissance Expedition, a landmark undertaking that sought to map the world's highest peak and pave the way for future summit attempts. Through vivid firsthand accounts, the author transports readers to the remote and breathtaking landscapes of Sikkim and Tibet, offering fascinating glimpses into the region's culture and customs. The narrative details the meticulous planning and logistical challenges faced by the expedition, showcasing the incredible determination and resilience of its members. More than just an account of exploration, this book delves into the human spirit's yearning to conquer the unconquerable. It captures the profound awe and respect for nature that drive mountaineers to push their limits, revealing the transformative power of confronting and overcoming seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Ultimately, this book stands as a testament to the enduring human desire to explore the unknown and to test the boundaries of our physical and mental capabilities. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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