Climb: Tragic Ambitions on Everest

In May 1996, a fierce blizzard caught 23 climbers, including expedition leaders, on Mount Everest's Southeast Ridge route. Experienced guide Anatoli Boukreev led a group back to safety, rescuing several people from certain death. His account, "The Climb," is an honest and gripping account of true endurance, including interviews with survivors and families of the dead.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 14 June 2018
Publisher: Pan Macmillan

In May 1996, a remarkable series of expeditions embarked on the challenging task of ascending Mount Everest via the Southeast Ridge route. These expeditions brought together a diverse group of climbers, ranging from seasoned veterans with extensive climbing experience to relative novices who had invested substantial sums of money to pursue their dream of reaching the summit. Among the participants were world-class climbers who had conquered numerous peaks, as well as individuals who were embarking on their first mountaineering adventure.

As the expeditions approached the summit, a fierce blizzard struck, trapping twenty-three men and women, including the expedition leaders, in its icy grip. The climbers found themselves disoriented, desperately short of oxygen, and with limited supplies. In this perilous situation, experienced high-altitude guide Anatoli Boukreev assumed the role of a beacon of hope. He led an exhausted and terrified group of climbers back to safety, demonstrating his unwavering courage and expertise.

Despite the overwhelming odds, Boukreev refused to abandon the others stranded on the mountain. He ventured back into the blizzard, tirelessly rescuing several people from certain death. His heroic actions earned him the status of a hero, and his name became synonymous with bravery and selflessness in the world of mountaineering.

The Climb, authored by Anatoli Boukreev, is a poignant and captivating account of the Mount Everest tragedy. It provides an honest and detailed perspective on the events that unfolded, drawing from interviews with the majority of the surviving climbers, medical personnel, Sherpa guides, and families of the deceased. This edition also includes the transcript of the Mountain Madness debriefing, recorded five days after the tragedy, as well as G. Weston de Walt's response to Jon Krakauer's book, Into Thin Air.

The tragedy of Mount Everest serves as a stark reminder of the inherent dangers and challenges of mountaineering. It highlights the importance of preparation, skill, and teamwork, as well as the unwavering determination of individuals who pursue their dreams against all odds. Boukreev's remarkable story serves as a testament to the human spirit's resilience and the power of compassion in the face of adversity.

Weight: 292g
Dimension: 196 x 130 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781509867998