The Tower : A Chronicle of Climbing and Controversy on Cerro Torre
by
Kelly Cordes
Book Details
Format
Hardback or Cased Book
ISBN-10
1938340337
ISBN-13
9781938340338
Publisher
Patagonia Books
Imprint
Patagonia Books
Country of Manufacture
US
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Jan 1st, 2015
Print length
400 Pages
Weight
1,054 grams
Dimensions
24.20 x 16.00 x 3.00 cms
Product Classification:
Climbing & mountaineering
Ksh 4,250.00
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Patagonia's Cerro Torre, considered by many the most beautiful peak in the world, draws the finest and most devoted technical alpinists to its climbing challenges. But controversy has swirled around this ice-capped peak since Cesare Maestri claimed first ascent in 1959. Since then a debate has raged, with world-class climbers attempting to retrace his route but finding only contradictions. This chronicle of hubris, heroism, controversies and epic journeys offers a glimpse into the human condition, and why some pursue extreme endeavors that at face value have no worth.
Patagonia’s Cerro Torre, considered by many the most beautiful peak in the world, draws the finest and most devoted technical alpinists to its climbing challenges. But controversy has swirled around this ice-capped peak since Cesare Maestri claimed first ascent in 1959. Since then a debate has raged, with world-class climbers attempting to retrace his route but finding only contradictions. This chronicle of hubris, heroism, controversies and epic journeys offers a glimpse into the human condition, and why some pursue extreme endeavors that at face value have no worth.
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