Everest: Summit of Achievement

A massive work, weighing over five pounds, done to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the first ascent of Everest. This is beautifully illustrated with many never-before-published photos. It presents the initial early surveys, to the reconnaissance expeditions, all the early attempts, and thru the first ascent in 1953. Also lists all ascentionists through 2002. This is one of two large-format books done to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the first ascent of Everest. Awarded a Special Mention at the 2003 Banff Mountain Book Festival. See also George Band’s ‘Everest: 50 Years on Top of the World’.