Annapurna

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The First Conquest of an 8000-Metre Peak

By Maurice Herzog

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Annapurna by Maurice Herzog chronicles the exhilarating and harrowing first successful ascent of Annapurna, one of the world's highest peaks, by a French expedition in 1950. The narrative details the challenges and triumphs the climbers faced, as well as the gruelling conditions and life-threatening obstacles that tested their endurance and spirit in the pursuit of an unforgettable adventure.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this thrilling account if you are fascinated by true stories of exploration and adversity. This book offers an exhilarating narrative of the first expedition to reach the summit of one of the world's highest peaks, capturing the spirit of adventure, teamwork, and the resilience of the human spirit in extreme conditions.

Annapurna

In 1950, no mountain higher than 8,000 meters had ever been climbed. Maurice Herzog and other members of the French Alpine Club resolved to try. This book tells the story of the first conquest of Annapurna and the harrowing descent. It also includes 16 pages of photographs, which provides a visual record of this legendary expedition.

One of the great works of mountaineering literature- long out of print and now reissued with a new introduction by Joe Simpson.

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One of the great works of mountaineering literature.

One of the finest mountaineering books. A phenomenal tale of strength and valour.

With an introduction by Joe Simpson

In 1950, no mountain higher than 8,000 metres had ever been climbed. Maurice Herzog and other members of the French Alpine Club resolved to try. This is the enthralling story of the first conquest of Annapurna and the harrowing descent. With breathtaking courage and grit manifest on every page, Annapurna is one of the greatest adventure stories ever told.

As well as an introduction by Joe Simpson, this new edition includes 16 pages of photographs, which provide a remarkable visual record of this legendary expedition.

The distinguished French mountaineer Maurice Herzog was leader of the 1950 expedition to Annapurna. He was one of the two climbers to reach the summit.

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Maurice Herzog's Annapurna is praised as a timeless classic in mountaineering literature, with vibrant and gripping storytelling that captures the perilous nature of high-altitude climbing. Critics highlight its vivid detail and thrilling narrative, emphasising the climbers' intense experiences and hardships, including extreme weather conditions and personal suffering. The book is applauded for its powerful depiction of human endurance and triumph amid adversity.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780099541462

Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 March 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vintage Classics

Illustration: 1

Contributors:

Introduction by Joe Simpson

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 272

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About the Author

The distinguished French mountaineer Maurice Herzog was leader of the 1950 expedition to Annapurna. He was one of the two climbers to reach the summit.