The expedition was stranded by a sudden blizzard, and eight climbers died in the ascent and descent. The author's own anguish over what happened on the mountain is palpable as he leads readers to ponder timeless questions.In 1996, writer and adventurer Jon Krakauer accompanied a group of mountaineers set to summit Mount Everest. As the journey up the mountain progresses, Krakauer puts it in context by recalling the triumphs and perils of other Everest trips throughout history. Written within months of the events it chronicles, Into Thin Air clearly evokes the majestic Everest landscape. Krakauer's book is at once the story of the ill-fated adventure and an analysis of the factors leading up to its tragic end. Despite the expertise of Hall and the other leaders, by the end of summit day eight people were dead. In March 1996, Outside magazine sent veteran journalist and seasoned climber Jon Krakauer on an expedition led by celebrated Everest guide Rob Hall. Into Thin Air A Personal Account of the Everest Disaster Synopsis Popularity of Books Continues - Publishers Association's A Year in Publishing Summary.Green Reads to Celebrate Earth Day and Every Day.Be inspired by a book and share the feel-good power of plants this National Gardening Week.Industry Insights April 2023: Gracie Cooper, Pineapple Lane / Little Toller.Books Fit For A King: Celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III with this collection of books.Full programme announced and tickets go on sale for the Daily Mail Chalke Valley History Festival 26th June to 2nd July 2023.2023 Shortlist Announced for Women's Prize for Fiction.Q&A With Women's Prize for Fiction Chair, Louise Minchin.14 Fantastic Books for Deaf Awareness Week – Thought-provoking Non-fiction, and Fabulous Fiction That’ll Thrill You, Chill You, and Stir Your Soul.The 2023 Sports Book Awards, in association with The Sunday Times, announce their shortlists.May 2023 Book Club Recommendation: The Silence Project by Carole Hailey.Sheikh Zayed Book Award Announces 2023 Winners.Prepare to Celebrate the Nation's Favourite Genre with National Crime Reading Month.Author Q&A: Swéta Rana, Queuing for the Queen.
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