Sir Edmund Hillary: An Extraordinary Life: The Authorised, Illustrated Biography

by Alexa Johnston and alexa-johnston

Around the world Sir Edmund Hillary is a legendary figure - climber, bold adventurer, practical philanthropist and one of the most widely respected persons of our time. He has survived extremes of human experience - from historic triumphs to crushing personal loss ? but he sees himself as an ordinary man, persistent rather than heroic. This lavishly illustrated book focuses on the highlights of his life, including: Conquering Everest; Journeying to...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0670045543
• ISBN13: 9780670045549
• Release Date: January 2005
• Publisher: Penguin Group (New Zealand)
• Length: 232 Pages