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1) Sir Edmund Hillary by Alexa Johnson, published 2005. Very good condition, library stamp on publisher page. 2) Himalaya, encounters with eternity by Maurice Herzog, Ashvin Mehta. Large book. Hardcover. Very good condition. Published 1985 in Japan by Thames and Hudson. Beautiful photography plates. 77 colour photographs by Ashvin Mehta with introduction by Maurice Herzog. 3) Everest the Hardway by Chris Bonington. The first Ascent of the South West face. Hardcover. Good condition. Published 1976 by Book Club Associates. London. 13 maps and diagrams, 85 colour illustrations. 4) Nanga Parbat Adventure: A Himalayan Expedition Fritz Bechtold translated by H E G Tyndale. The account of the disastrous second German expedition on which four climbers and six porters died. Hardcover. Writing on first page of previous owners name & Xmas 1937. Light spotting on title page. Published November 1935 in Great Britain by Butler & Tanner Ltd., Frome and London. Green cloth on board with bold black lettering to the front and spine. Book is tight. Packed with amazing black and white photographs and maps and a very moving To the memory of our friends listing their names and ending with who now lie on Nanga Parbat four climbers and six porter were lost to the mountain. 5) Peaks, passes, and glaciers A series of excursions by members of the Alpine Club. Third Series. Edited by A.E. Field and Sydney Spencer. Bright Copy in Original Cloth. First Edition, with frontispiece and 15 plates, neat inscription on front free endpaper, half-title and title lightly spotted; original terracotta plain cloth, boards framed in blind, gilt back, a very good, bright, firm copy. Publisher: Methuen, 1932. 6) The Ascent of Everest by John Hunt. Hardcover. Published by Hodder & Stoughton, London, third impression 1954. Condition: very good. No Jacket. With a preface of the Duke of Edinburgh. Pages 299, with many pictures. This is the story of how, on 29 May, 1953, two men, both endowed with outs

Synopsis

Title: Mount Everest, Edmund Hillary, Tenzing Norgay, Mountaineering, Old Book Lot
Author/Publisher: Various authors and publishers
Publication Year: Various
Format: A collection of hardback volumes

This compelling collection of hardback volumes delves into the formidable world of high-altitude mountaineering, with a particular focus on Mount Everest and its pioneering conquerors, Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay. Curated for the discerning bibliophile, this lot offers diverse perspectives on the challenges, triumphs, and breathtaking majesty of the world's highest peaks.

From intimate biographical accounts of legendary figures to visually stunning photographic journeys through the Himalayas, these works capture the essence of human endeavour against nature's grandest canvases. Each volume contributes to a richer understanding of mountaineering history and the enduring allure of Everest.

• Himalayan Vistas: The large-format *Himalaya, Encounters with Eternity* by Maurice Herzog and Ashvin Mehta (1985, Thames and Hudson) is a visually stunning exploration. It features 77 striking colour photographs by Ashvin Mehta, complemented by an introduction from legendary French mountaineer Maurice Herzog, offering a profound experience of the world's highest mountains.
• Everest's Challenges: *Everest the Hard Way* explores the extreme challenges and remarkable triumphs faced by those who have dared to scale the world's highest mountain. This volume delves into the sheer grit and determination required to conquer Everest's formidable slopes.

This collection serves as an excellent resource for anyone with a passion for mountaineering, offering a blend of historical context, personal narratives, and spectacular visual documentation of humanity's quest to conquer the world's highest peaks.

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This item has been professionally inspected and is in Very Good condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.

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