Ascent of Manaslu in Photographs 1952-56
Author(s):
[Japan]. Yoda, Takayoshi
Copyright: 1956, Mainichi, Tokyo
Specifications: 1st, 4to, pp.119, 9 color & 177 bw photos, 2 maps, tan cloth
Condition: slipcase edges/corners rubbed, vg, issued w/o dj, cloth tight, near fine
This is one of the most highly sought-after books regarding the first ascent of an 8000m peak. This large-format photo-book is meant to accompany the two books ‘Manaslu 1952-3’ and ‘Manaslu 1954-6’ which describe the Japanese reconnaissance and ultimate success on Manaslu. In Japanese with photo captions in English, no English translation. Scarce.
Yak jY76 (3rd).