Explores the many ways in which people have tried to conquer Mount Everest, with insight into the mountain environment and survival techniques, the emergence of mountain civilizations, and the feats of bravery and endurance.---from the publisher
64 pages 978-0789473950 Ages 8-12
Keywords: mountains, mountain climbing, survival, civilizations, cultures, bravery, perseverance, endurance, sports, nonfiction, information, part of a series, 8 year old, 9 year old, 10 year old, 11 year old, 12 year old
