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No one writes about mountaineering and its attendant hardships and victories more brilliantly than critically acclaimed author Jon Krakauer. In this collection of his finest work from such magazines as "Outside" and "Smithsonian," he explores the subject from the unique and memorable perspective of one who has battled peaks like K2, Denali, Everest, and, of course, the Eiger. Always with a keen eye, an open heart, and a hunger for the ultimate experience, ... more

     

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      • Media: Paperback Book, 188 pages
      • Language: English
      • Publisher: Lyons Press (Feb. 28th, 2009)
      • ISBN-10: 1599216108
      • ISBN-13: 9781599216102
      • Dimensions: 6.00 x 8.80 x 0.70 inches
      • Shipping Weight: 0.70 lbs
      • Categories: Mountaineering Travel Essays & Travelogues

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