The Ascent Of Everest by John Hunt 1953 1st Ed. Illustrated Mountaineering Book

The Ascent Of Everest by John Hunt 1953 1st Ed. Illustrated Mountaineering Book

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The Ascent Of Everest by John Hunt 1953 1st Ed. Illustrated Mountaineering Book

The Ascent Of Everest
By John Hunt
Published by Hodder and Stoughton 1953 1st Edition

" The Ascent of Everest by John Hunt, published in 1953, is the official account of the first successful expedition to reach the summit of Mount Everest. As the expedition leader, Hunt offers a detailed and authoritative narrative of the British team's journey, culminating in Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay's historic ascent on May 29, 1953. The book covers the planning, logistics, and challenges faced by the climbers, from the early stages of training and equipment testing to the final push to the summit. It highlights the physical and mental demands of high-altitude climbing, as well as the teamwork and determination that were critical to the mission's success.

Hunt's writing combines technical detail with personal insight, offering readers a vivid picture of the expedition's hardships and triumphs. He gives generous credit to all members of the team, emphasizing that the victory was a collective achievement. The book also explores the broader significance of the climb, reflecting the post-war spirit of perseverance and national pride. As a result, The Ascent of Everest stands not only as a gripping adventure story but also as a historical document capturing one of the greatest achievements in the history of exploration."

Light wear, chipping, odd tape repair to clipped dustjacket. Covers and spine very clean. Small inscriptions. Pages clean and well presented. A nice copy in good to very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 23cm x 15.5cm x 3.5cm - 300 Pages

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Condition: Good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: ["1st Edition", "Dust Jacket", "Illustrated"]
Region: Asia
Subject: Exploration & Travel
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Light wear, chipping, odd tape repair to clipped dustjacket. Covers and spine very clean. Small inscriptions. Pages clean and well presented. A nice copy in good to very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: John Hunt
Publisher: Hodder and Stoughton
Year Printed: 1953
Sub-subject: Mount Everest