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The Tower
Chronicle of Climbing & Controversy on Cerro Torre
£19.99
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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.
| Cordee Code: | CNT113 |
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| Page Size: | 162 x 242 mm |
| No of Pages: | 400 |
| Publisher: | Patagonia Inc |
| ISBN13: | 9781938340338 |
| Author: | Kelly Cordes |
| Published Date: | October 2014 |
| Edition: | 1st ed: Oct 2014 |
| Binding: | Hardback |
| Illustrations: | Colour / B&W Photographs |
| Weight: | 770g |
| Geoarea: | Andes |
| Product Type: | Book |
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.
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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