Book: Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer

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Book: Into Thin Air, a personal account of the Mt. Everest disaster, by Jon Krakauer

368 pages. Paperback. First published April 22, 1997

Pristine condition, retails for $22

From Audible: As both a participant and a journalist, Krakauer provides a firsthand account of the deadliest climbing season in Everest's history, where eight climbers lost their lives in a single day. The author's vivid prose and meticulous reporting offer readers a visceral experience of the extreme conditions and life-or-death decisions faced by climbers on the world's highest peak. His narrative also explores the ethical questions surrounding the commercialization of Everest expeditions. Acclaimed as “a harrowing tale of the perils of high-altitude climbing …and of heartbreaking heroism” (People), Into Thin Air became a national bestseller and sparked ongoing debates within the mountaineering community about safety, responsibility, and the true nature of adventure.

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