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29 May 2013: The sixtieth anniversary of the first ascent of Mount Everest.
The Conquest of Everest
What you need to know before your trail
The allure of Everest remains undimmed, and the publication of this unique book celebrates this most majestic of mountains, with exclusive access to the photographic imagery and private archives of celebrated climber and photographer George Lowe, the last surviving member of that triumphant expedition.
Travel Guide
BookTrail it and Travel to Everest
Not only the anniversary of the first ascent, 2013 sees other significant Everest anniversaries: 50 years since the first American ascent; 35 years since the first ascent without supplementary oxygen; and 25 years since the first ascent by a route up the South Buttress on the eastern Kangshung Face. An outstanding team of mountaineers and distinguished contributors associated with Everest provide their reflections and tributes, helping to create a remarkable visual and personal testimony to this historic event and to a mountain like no other.
BookTrail Boarding Pass: The Conquest of Everest
Destination: Mount Everest Author/guide: George Lowe Departure Time: 2013
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