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Explore the breathtaking allure of the Nepalese Himalayas with H.W. Tilman's extraordinary narrative of his pioneering expeditions in this breathtaking paperback. Measuring 156 x 216 mm and spanning 280 richly detailed pages, this book captures the essence of early 20th-century Himalayan exploration. Delve into Tilman's adventures from the vibrant Kathmandu Valley to the majestic Langtang region, where discovery awaits. Experience the thrilling tales of treks across the Ganesh Himal and Jugal Himal, alongside iconic figures like Tenzing Norgay. This captivating exploration recounts Tilman's ambitious pursuits, including his nearly successful climb of Annapurna IV and the awe-inspiring journey towards Everest’s south side. The combination of light-weight expeditions in heavyweight mountains makes for a unique reading experience that transports you to the peaks of the world. The book, published by Lodestar Books on 06-04-2017, is ideal for adventure enthusiasts, history aficionados, and those intrigued by climbing tales of Nepal. Don’t miss out on this compelling account; add it to your collection today!
DELIVERY: Typically ships within 1-5 business days, ensuring your journey into the heart of the Himalayas starts promptly.
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 156 x 216 mm
Pages: 280
Bind: paperback
Author: H. W. Tilman Publisher: Lodestar Books
Publication Date: 06-04-2017
The most mountainous of a singularly mountainous country. Throughout 1949 and 1950 H.W. â€Bill’ Tilman mounted pioneering expeditions to Nepal and its Himalayan mountains, taking advantage of some of the first access to the country for Western travellers in the 20th century. Tilman and his party—including a certain Tenzing Norgay—trekked into the Kathmandu Valley and on to the Langtang region, where the highs and lows began. They first explored the Ganesh Himal, before moving on to the Jugal Himal and the following season embarking on an ambitious trip to Annapurna and Everest. Manaslu was their first objective, but left to â€better men’, and Annapurna IV very nearly climbed instead but for bad weather which dogged the whole expedition. Needless to say, Tilman was leading some very lightweight expeditions into some seriously heavyweight mountains. After the Annapurna adventure Tilman headed to Everest with—among others—Dr Charles Houston. Approaching from the delights of Namche Bazaar, the party made progress up the flanks of Pumori to gaze as best they could into the Western Cwm, and at the South Col and South-East Ridge approach to the summit of Everest. His observations were both optimistic and pessimistic: â€One cannot write off the south side as impossible until the approach from the head of the West Cwm to this remarkably airy col has been seen.’ But then of the West Cwm: â€A trench overhung by these two tremendous walls might easily become a grave
DELIVERY: Typically ships within 1-5 business days, ensuring your journey into the heart of the Himalayas starts promptly.
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 156 x 216 mm
Pages: 280
Bind: paperback
Author: H. W. Tilman Publisher: Lodestar Books
Publication Date: 06-04-2017
The most mountainous of a singularly mountainous country. Throughout 1949 and 1950 H.W. â€Bill’ Tilman mounted pioneering expeditions to Nepal and its Himalayan mountains, taking advantage of some of the first access to the country for Western travellers in the 20th century. Tilman and his party—including a certain Tenzing Norgay—trekked into the Kathmandu Valley and on to the Langtang region, where the highs and lows began. They first explored the Ganesh Himal, before moving on to the Jugal Himal and the following season embarking on an ambitious trip to Annapurna and Everest. Manaslu was their first objective, but left to â€better men’, and Annapurna IV very nearly climbed instead but for bad weather which dogged the whole expedition. Needless to say, Tilman was leading some very lightweight expeditions into some seriously heavyweight mountains. After the Annapurna adventure Tilman headed to Everest with—among others—Dr Charles Houston. Approaching from the delights of Namche Bazaar, the party made progress up the flanks of Pumori to gaze as best they could into the Western Cwm, and at the South Col and South-East Ridge approach to the summit of Everest. His observations were both optimistic and pessimistic: â€One cannot write off the south side as impossible until the approach from the head of the West Cwm to this remarkably airy col has been seen.’ But then of the West Cwm: â€A trench overhung by these two tremendous walls might easily become a grave