Author

Publication

2002-09-01 - Scholastic Paperbacks

Language

English

Word Count

12,000 words, Guess

Page Count

48 pages

Identifiers

  • Internet Archiveeverestreachingf00maso
  • ISBN-100439267072
  • ISBN-139780439267076
  • Goodreads1095499
  • LibraryThing625139
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Description

This title introduces readers to Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, the first men to reach the peak of Mt. Everest. Illustrations. Difficult climbing conditions on Everest-rough terrain, cold temperatures, and high altitude-are explained. Various types of climbing equipment are discussed as well. Reaction to the conquest of Everest came from all around the world. Hillary and Norgay both used their fame to improve conditions for the people of Nepal.

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Other Editions

  • EverestScholastic Paperbacks2002-09-01

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