The Conquest of Everest: Original Photographs from the Legendary First Ascent

by George Lowe and Huw Lewis-Jones

Book Overview

29 May 2013 is the sixtieth anniversary of the first ascent of Mount Everest. 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. Not only the anniversary of the first ascent, 2013 sees other significant...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0500544239
• ISBN13: 9780500544235
• Release Date: May 2013
• Publisher: Thames & Hudson
• Length: 239 Pages
• Weight: 3.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 9.0" x 10.8"