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Jon Krakauer’s nonfiction narrative chronicles his experience of the 1996 Mount Everest expedition, from the base camp in Kathmandu to the summit and the disastrous descent that followed. Drawing on first‑hand observations and rigorous reporting, the book documents the climbers’ grueling effort, the environmental challenges, and the fatal complications that unfolded. It also explores the enduring myth of Everest, examining why so many are drawn to its summit despite the inherent dangers.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Autobiography
Authors: Jon Krakauer
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