Triumph and Tragedy on America's Highest Peak

Tears in the Wind: Triumph and Tragedy on America’s Highest Peak

by Larry Semento

4.2 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	8252 KB
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A gripping account of the triumphs and tragedies that have unfolded on Mount Denali, the highest peak in North America. From the first ascent in 1913 to the present day, this book tells the stories of the climbers who have pushed themselves to the limit in pursuit of their dreams.

Mount Denali, known to the indigenous Athabaskan people as Denali, meaning "The Great One," is the highest peak in North America, with a summit elevation of 20,310 feet (6,190 meters). It is located in the Alaska Range, in the interior of the U.S. state of Alaska. Denali is a formidable mountain, with a long and challenging climbing history. The first successful ascent of Denali was made in 1913 by a team led by Hudson Stuck, a missionary and mountaineer.

Since then, thousands of climbers have attempted to summit Denali, and many have succeeded. However, the mountain has also claimed the lives of many climbers. In fact, Denali has one of the highest fatality rates of any mountain in the world. This is due to a number of factors, including the mountain's extreme altitude, its unpredictable weather, and its treacherous terrain.

In this book, author recounts the stories of some of the most famous and infamous climbs on Denali. He tells the stories of the climbers who have triumphed over the mountain's challenges, as well as the stories of those who have perished in their attempts to reach the summit.

This book is a must-read for anyone who is interested in climbing, adventure, or the history of mountaineering. It is a gripping and inspiring account of the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity and achieve great things.

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Praise for Triumph and Tragedy on America's Highest Peak

"A gripping account of the triumphs and tragedies that have unfolded on Denali, the highest peak in North America. This book is a must-read for anyone who is interested in climbing, adventure, or the history of mountaineering." - Jon Krakauer, author of Into Thin Air

"A powerful and moving tribute to the climbers who have pushed themselves to the limit on Denali. This book is a must-read for anyone who dreams of climbing the world's highest peaks." - Ed Viesturs, author of No Shortcuts to the Top

"A gripping and inspiring account of the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity and achieve great things. This book is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the human condition." - James MacArthur, author of The Education of a Wanderer

Tears in the Wind: Triumph and Tragedy on America’s Highest Peak

by Larry Semento

4.2 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	8252 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	219 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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