About the Author
Graham Ratcliffe
ISBN 9781780576411
Rs. 800
The History Press
A Day to Die For
Who it's for: Readers interested in mountaineering history and survival stories
Graham Ratcliffe, a British climber who twice summited Mount Everest, offers a compelling new perspective on the catastrophic 1996 Everest disaster. As a direct witness who survived the deadly storm at 26,000 feet, Ratcliffe delves into years of personal investigation, challenging previous accounts and unearthing critical, previously unpublicized facts that reshape our understanding of that fateful night.Why You Should Read? Gain a unique, first-hand account from a survivor who endured the 1996 Everest storm. Discover significant, overlooked truths that challenge the established narratives of the disaster. Follow a personal quest for answers driven by a climber's burden of guilt and desire for clarity. Revisit one of history's most harrowing mountaineering events with unprecedented insight.
Highlights
- First-hand account from a survivor of the 1996 Everest storm
- Challenges established narratives of the disaster
- Reveals previously unpublicized facts
- Based on years of personal investigation
- Offers a new perspective on a catastrophic event
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Questions about this book
Who is the author?
Graham Ratcliffe, a British climber who twice summited Mount Everest.
What is the book about?
It offers a new perspective on the 1996 Everest disaster, based on the author's first-hand experience and years of investigation.
Does the book challenge previous accounts?
Yes, it challenges previous accounts and reveals critical, previously unpublicized facts.
Is this a first-hand account?
Yes, the author was a direct witness who survived the deadly storm at 26,000 feet.