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Ed Jackson
ISBN 9780008797959
Rs. 798
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From the Mountain's Edge
Who it's for: Readers interested in true stories of survival, mountaineering, and personal triumph
After a life-changing neck injury left him paralysed, Ed Jackson defied the odds to walk again. Driven by a renewed perspective on life and a determination to push his limits, he set out to climb Himlung Himal, a 7,126-meter peak in the Himalayas. What began as a daring expedition quickly became a harrowing test of survival. Stranded on the mountain with minimal resources, Ed and his team faced extreme conditions and their own vulnerabilities, ultimately learning that true success is knowing when to stop.Why You Should Read? A powerful true story of resilience and overcoming overwhelming physical adversity. Explores the profound bonds of teamwork and the courage required to make life-saving decisions under pressure. Provides an inspiring perspective on redefining personal limits after a life-altering injury. A gripping account of a high-altitude expedition that transforms into a desperate fight for survival.
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- True story of overcoming paralysis to climb a 7,126-meter peak
- Details the physical and mental challenges of a high-altitude expedition
- Explores teamwork and decision-making under extreme pressure
- Offers a perspective on redefining personal limits after life-altering injury
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What is the book about?
It's a memoir by Ed Jackson about his climb of Himlung Himal after a neck injury left him paralysed. The expedition becomes a survival story, and he learns about true success.
Who is Ed Jackson?
He is the author and a person who suffered a life-changing neck injury that left him paralysed, but he defied the odds to walk again and then took on a challenging climb.
What is Himlung Himal?
It is a 7,126-meter peak in the Himalayas that Ed Jackson attempted to climb as part of his story.
What themes does the book explore?
It explores resilience, teamwork, survival, and the courage to make life-saving decisions under pressure, as well as redefining personal limits.
Is this a fictional story?
No, it is a non-fiction account based on the author's real experiences.