Climbing Mount Everest (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781482465068)

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 without oxygen, while breathtaking photographs will transport readers to the top of the world.

Author: Kristen Rajczak Nelson
ISBN-10: 148246506X
ISBN-13: 9781482465068
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/30/2013
Pages: 32
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.45lbs
Size: 9.80h x 7.40w x 0.30d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.8
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Middle Grade
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