The Ascent of Everest (Readers Union first edition from 1955 with torn D/W) by John Hunt. John Hunt was an army officer who is best known as the leader of the successful of the British Expedition to Mount Everest in 1953.
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The Ascent of Everest. The fourth impression of this illustrated account of the 1953 British expedition to Mount Everest by their leader John Hunt, in the original unclipped dust wrapper. This work provides a first hand account of the 1953 British expedition to Mount Everest by their leader John Hunt.
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There is a forward by Prince Phillip and it details the background, the planning and the actually climbing of Mount Everest from the South West in 1952. It is filled with photographs and illustrations from the epic trip and is a fascinating account of history.
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The Ascent of Everest. Title: The Ascent of Everest. Authors: John Hunt. We take pride in serving you. The picture may not reflect the books condition or specific edition. Binding: Paperback. Used Book Condition.
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The Ascent of Everest. 1st Edition. (Second Impression). 300 pages. Pictorial dust jacket over blue cloth. Black and white (48) and colour photographic plates (8) as list in book. 6 parts containing 18 chapters.
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Up for sale here is a Hardback Edition of‘The Ascent of Everest‘ by John Hunt. - The Ascent of Everest by John Hunt. Year Published - 1954. UK hardback bound in cloth with 8 full-page full colour plates & 48 full-page black & white plates.
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This is a rare and collectible edition of "The Ascent of Everest" by John Hunt, published by Hodder & Stoughton in 1955 for the Readers Union. The hardback binding is intact and shows little signs of wear, a true survivor from 1955!! The book features a dust jacket in excellent condition and is written in English. It is a great addition to any collection of antique books and would make a fantastic gift for any mountaineering enthusiast.
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Hodder & Stoughton. They are pre-owned and in used condition.
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