Annapurna, First Conquest of an 8000-Meter Peak:
Annapurna, First Conquest of an 8000-Meter Peak:
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1997
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1997314
Book • Nonfiction
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Travel Literature•
BiographyAnnapurna Massif, Himalayas • 1950s
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Sports•
World History1997
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Annapurna, First Conquest of an 8000-Meter Peak, Maurice Herzog details the pioneering 1950 French expedition's successful ascent of Annapurna, marking a historic achievement in mountaineering. The narrative highlights the challenges and triumphs faced by the climbers, emphasizing human determination and teamwork in overcoming extreme conditions at high altitudes.
Adventurous
Inspirational
Challenging
Suspenseful
Reviews & Readership
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Annapurna, First Conquest of an 8000-Meter Peak by Maurice Herzog is celebrated for its thrilling and inspirational account of a groundbreaking ascent. Readers appreciate the vivid storytelling and depiction of human endurance. However, some critique its lack of technical climbing details and occasional glossing over team dynamics. Overall, it's a gripping tale of adventure and survival.
Who Should Read Annapurna, First Conquest of an 8000-Meter Peak:?
Adventure enthusiasts captivated by mountaineering tales will relish Annapurna. Similar to Jon Krakauer's Into Thin Air, it appeals to readers interested in the resilience and challenges faced in extreme conditions, highlighting human endurance and exploration's spirit.
11,585 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Book • Nonfiction
•
Travel Literature•
BiographyAnnapurna Massif, Himalayas • 1950s
•
Sports•
World History1997
Adult
18+ years
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