Denali's Howl: The Deadliest Climbing Disaster on America's Wildest Peak by Andy

Description: Denali's Howl by Andy Hall In 1967, twelve young men attempted to climb Alaskas Mount McKinley – known to locals as Denali, The High One – one of the most popular and deadly mountaineering destinations in the world. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Denalis Howl is the white-knuckle account of one of the most deadly climbing disasters of all time.In 1967, twelve young men attempted to climb Alaskas Mount McKinley - known to locals as Denali, The High One - one of the most popular and deadly mountaineering destinations in the world. Only five survived.Journalist Andy Hall grew up in the mountains shadow, the son of the ranger on duty at the time of the tragedy, and has spent years tracking down survivors, lost documents and recordings of radio communications to piece together the chain of events. In Denalis Howl, Hall reveals the full story of an expedition facing conditions conclusively established here for the first time- At an elevation of nearly 20,000 feet, these young men endured an "arctic super blizzard," with howling winds of up to 300 miles an hour and wind chill that freezes flesh solid in minutes. All this without the high-tech gear and equipment climbers use today.As well as the story of the men caught inside the storm, Denalis Howl is the story of those caught outside it trying to save them - Halls father among them. The book gives readers a detailed look at the culture of climbing then and now and raises uncomfortable questions about each player in this tragedy. Was enough done to rescue the climbers, or were their fates sealed when they ascended into the path of this unprecedented storm? Notes Paperback edition of the account of one of the worlds most deadly climbing disasters of all time. In 1967, 12 young men attempted to climb Alaskas Mount McKinley, known as Denali or The High One. Only 5 survived. Author Biography ANDY HALL grew up in the shadow of Denali. He is the former editor and publisher of Alaska magazine. He lives in Anchorage. Review Powerful and profound, Denalis Howl is an extraordinary account of an extraordinary tragedy. With devastating insight and a forensic eye for detail, Andy Hall puts you right there on the mountain, alongside the brave men who risked everything to reach the summit. * Bear Grylls *A white-knuckle story told for the first time in shocking detail. * Daily Mail *Halls book is often gripping ... its research is meticulous: it feels like a final verdict. -- David Rose * Mail on Sunday *A vivid revisitation of a historic mountain climbing expedition. * Kirkus *Skillfull, heartrending. * Publishers Weekly * Promotional Denalis Howl is the white-knuckle account of one of the most deadly climbing disasters of all time. Review Text Powerful and profound, Denalis Howl is an extraordinary account of an extraordinary tragedy. With devastating insight and a forensic eye for detail, Andy Hall puts you right there on the mountain, alongside the brave men who risked everything to reach the summit. Review Quote Powerful and profound, Denalis Howl is an extraordinary account of an extraordinary tragedy. With devastating insight and a forensic eye for detail, Andy Hall puts you right there on the mountain, alongside the brave men who risked everything to reach the summit. Promotional "Headline" Denalis Howl is the white-knuckle account of one of the most deadly climbing disasters of all time. Details ISBN0552171298 Author Andy Hall Year 2015 ISBN-10 0552171298 ISBN-13 9780552171298 Media Book Publication Date 2015-06-18 Publisher Transworld Publishers Ltd Imprint Corgi Books Subtitle The Deadliest Climbing Disaster on Americas Wildest Peak Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 796.522097983 Format Paperback Pages 288 Short Title Denalis Howl Language English UK Release Date 2015-06-18 AU Release Date 2015-06-18 NZ Release Date 2015-06-18 Illustrator Nick Sharratt Birth 1930 Affiliation University of Wisconsin-Madison Position Former senior instructor and associate head, English (deceased) Qualifications Ph.D. Alternative 9781473510043 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:94269201;

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