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Shisha Pangma: The Alpinestyle First Ascent Of The Southwest Face
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In 1982, Following The Relaxation Of Access Restrictions To Tibet, Six Climbers Set Off For The Himalaya To Explore The Littleknown Shishapangma Massif In Tibet. Dealing With A Chaotic Buildup And Bureaucratic Obstacles So Huge They Verged On Comical, The Mountaineers Gained Access To Shishapangma'S Unclimbed Southwest Face Where Doug Scott, Alex Macintyre And Roger Baxterjones Made One Of The Most Audacious And Stylish Himalayan Climbs Ever.First Published In 1984 As The Shishapangma Expedition, Shishapangma Won The First Ever Boardman Tasker Prize For Mountain Literature. Told Through A Series Of Diarystyle Entries From All The Climbers Involved, Shishapangma Reveals The Difficult Nature Of Himalayan Decisionmaking, Mountaineering Tactics And Climbing Relationships. Tense And Candid, The Six Writers See Every Event Differently, Reacting In Different Ways And Pulling No Punches In Their Opinions Of The Other Mountaineers Quite Literally At One Point. Nonetheless, The Climbers, At The Peak Of Their Considerable Powers And Experience, Completed An Extremely Committing Enterprise. The Example Set By Their Fine Climb Survives And Several New Routes (All Done In Alpine Style) Have Now Been Added To This Magnificent Face.For Welltrained Climbers, Such Ascents Are Fast And Efficient, But The Consequences Of Error, Misjudgement Or Bad Luck Can Be Terminal And, Sadly, Soon Afterwards Two Of The Participants Were Struck Down In Mountaineering Accidents Macintyre Hit By Stonefall On Annapurna'S South Face And Baxterjones Being Caught By An Ice Avalanche On The Aiguille Du Triolet. In Addition Their Support Climber, Nick Prescott, Died In A Chamonix Hospital From An Altitudeinduced Ailment. Shishapangma Is A Gripping Firsthand Account Of The Intense Reality Of Highaltitiude Alpinism.
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- Q: What is the title of the book? A: The title of the book is 'Shisha Pangma: The alpine-style first ascent of the south-west face'.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Doug Scott CBE, a renowned mountaineer.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has two hundred fifty pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures six point fourteen inches in length, zero point sixty-three inches in width, and nine point twenty-one inches in height.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: The book falls under the category of 'Travelers & Explorers'.
- Q: How do I read this book? A: You can read this book by purchasing it in paperback format and enjoying it at your leisure.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in mountaineering? A: Yes, the book provides insights that can be valuable for both beginners and experienced climbers.
- Q: What age group is this book appropriate for? A: This book is appropriate for adults and older teens interested in mountaineering.
- Q: Is there a specific reading level required for this book? A: The book is written for an adult audience and may require a higher reading level due to its technical content.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store the book in a dry place, away from direct sunlight, to prevent damage.
- Q: Can this book be cleaned if it gets dirty? A: Yes, you can wipe the cover gently with a soft, damp cloth to clean it.
- Q: What should I do if I find a defect in the book? A: If you find a defect, you should contact the retailer for their return policy or exchange options.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should reach out to the seller for a replacement or refund.
- Q: Is there a warranty for this book? A: Typically, there is no warranty for books, but check with the retailer for specific policies.