Climbing Mount Everest

by Kristen Rajczak

Book Overview

Reaching the summit of Earth's highest peak, Mount Everest, is a feat that most will never realize. However, readers will feel like they're gasping for air alongside the extreme athletes featured in this book. This text fully explores the history of expeditions up Everest as well as the intense training and unavoidable dangers that thrill seekers must face. Astounding achievements are included, such as climbing Everest blind and reaching the peak...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1482401428
• ISBN13: 9781482401424
• Release Date: December 2013
• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.8" x 10.1"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6