Buried in the Sky: The Extraordinary Story of the Sherpa Climbers on K2's Deadliest Day
Buried in the Sky: The Extraordinary Story of the Sherpa Climbers on K2's Deadliest Day
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2012
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BetaBuried in the Sky: The Extraordinary Story of the Sherpa Climbers on K2's Deadliest Day
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2012286
Book • Nonfiction
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Travel Literature•
BiographyK2, Pakistan • 2000s
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Sports•
World History2012
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Buried in the Sky: The Extraordinary Story of the Sherpa Climbers on K2's Deadliest Day by Peter Zuckerman and Amanda Padoan narrates the harrowing experiences of the Sherpa and high-altitude workers during a tragic event on K2 in 2008. It delves into their cultural background and the challenges they faced while supporting climbers on one of the most dangerous peaks.
Challenging
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Emotional
Inspirational
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Review Roundup
Buried in the Sky is praised for its meticulous research and compelling storytelling, shedding light on the overlooked contributions of Sherpa climbers during K2's 2008 disaster. The narrative offers fresh perspectives and rich cultural context, though some find the technical climbing details challenging. The book is a notable contribution to mountaineering literature.
Who Should Read Buried in the Sky: The Extraordinary Story of the Sherpa Climbers on K2's Deadliest Day?
A reader captivated by high-stakes adventure, cultural tales, and mountaineering lore will relish Buried in the Sky. Similar to Jon Krakauer's Into Thin Air, this book delves into the harrowing challenges faced by Sherpa climbers, exploring themes of heroism and survival against nature's fiercest elements.
14,734 ratings
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Book • Nonfiction
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Travel Literature•
BiographyK2, Pakistan • 2000s
•
Sports•
World History2012
Adult
18+ years
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