The Ascent of Mount Everest (book)

"The Ascent of Mount Everest" is a detailed account of the first successful expedition to climb the world’s highest peak in 1953, led by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay. It chronicles their preparations, the challenges of high-altitude climbing, and the perseverance needed to overcome extreme cold, thin air, and dangerous terrain. The book captures the human spirit of exploration, the teamwork, and the risks involved in reaching the summit at 29,029 feet. It provides insight into mountaineering history and the profound achievement of conquering Everest for the first time.