High Exposure - Softcover
For generations of adventurers, from Mallory to Hilary, Norgay to Krakauer, Mount Everest and the world's greatest peaks have provided the ultimate testing ground. But as the public's fascination with mountaineering reaches an all-time high, the question remains - why climb? In High Exposure, legendary rock climber. mountaineer and film-maker, David Breashears, answers with a captivating and intimate look at his life.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author:
David Breashears is a world-class film-maker and mountaineer. He has worked on such feature films as Seven Years in Tibet and Cliffhanger, as well as the award-winning documentary Red Flag over Tibet. In 1983 he transmitted the first live pictures from the summit of Mount Everest. He is the recipient of four Emmy awards for achievement in cinematograohy. In 1996 he co-directed, photographed and co-produced the acclaimed IMAX film Everest.
Review:
Breashears has led a remarkable life and his professionalism, integrity and bravery emerge throughout this account. * * Literary Review * * An enthralling account . . . This book is remarkable on a number of levels. For the long winter nights this is an inspiring account and a worthy addition to any bookshelf. * * Great Outdoors Magazine * * A series of fascinating decisions and judgements . . . a finely honed book. * * Yorkshire Post * *
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherCanongate Books Ltd
- Publication date2003
- ISBN 10 1841953903
- ISBN 13 9781841953908
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages320
- Rating
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
US$ 27.05
Shipping:
FREE
Within U.S.A.
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
High Exposure (Paperback)
Published by
Canongate Books, Edinburgh
(2003)
ISBN 10: 1841953903
ISBN 13: 9781841953908
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. For generations of adventurers, from Mallory to Hillary, Norgay to Krakauer, Mount Everest and the world's greatest peaks have provided the ultimate testing ground. But as the public's fascination with mountaineering reaches an all-time high, the question remains - why climb? In High Exposure, legendary rock climber, mountaineer and film-maker, David Breashears, answers with a captivating and intimate look at his life, during which he has scaled many of the world's highest peaks, including two successful ascents of Everest. For generations of adventurers, from Mallory to Hilary, Norgay to Krakauer, Mount Everest and the world's greatest peaks have provided the ultimate testing ground. But as the public's fascination with mountaineering reaches an all time high, the question remains - why climb? Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781841953908
Buy New
US$ 27.05
Convert currency
Stock Image
High Exposure
Published by
Canongate Books 2003-03-20, Edinburgh
(2003)
ISBN 10: 1841953903
ISBN 13: 9781841953908
New
paperback
Quantity: 10
Seller:
Rating
Book Description paperback. Condition: New. Language: ENG. Seller Inventory # 9781841953908
Buy New
US$ 22.29
Convert currency
Stock Image
High Exposure: An Enduring Passion for Everest and Other Unforgiving Places
Published by
Canongate Books Ltd
(2003)
ISBN 10: 1841953903
ISBN 13: 9781841953908
New
Paperback / softback
Quantity: 5
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback / softback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days. For generations of adventurers, from Mallory to Hilary, Norgay to Krakauer, Mount Everest and the world's greatest peaks have provided the ultimate testing ground. But as the public's fascination with mountaineering reaches an all time high, the question remains - why climb?. Seller Inventory # B9781841953908
Buy New
US$ 19.56
Convert currency
Stock Image
High Exposure: An Enduring Passion for Everest and Other Unforgiving Places
Published by
Canongate Books
(2003)
ISBN 10: 1841953903
ISBN 13: 9781841953908
New
Softcover
Quantity: 5
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. For generations of adventurers, from Mallory to Hilary, Norgay to Krakauer, Mount Everest and the world's greatest peaks have provided the ultimate testing ground. But as the public's fascination with mountaineering reaches an all time high, the question remains - why climb? Num Pages: 320 pages, 16pp colour plate section, photographs. BIC Classification: BGS; WSZG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 213 x 133 x 21. Weight in Grams: 282. . 2003. New ed. Paperback. . . . . Seller Inventory # V9781841953908
Buy New
US$ 21.27
Convert currency
Stock Image
High Exposure: An Enduring Passion for Everest and Other Unforgiving Places
Published by
Canongate Books
(2003)
ISBN 10: 1841953903
ISBN 13: 9781841953908
New
Softcover
Quantity: 5
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. For generations of adventurers, from Mallory to Hilary, Norgay to Krakauer, Mount Everest and the world's greatest peaks have provided the ultimate testing ground. But as the public's fascination with mountaineering reaches an all time high, the question remains - why climb? Num Pages: 320 pages, 16pp colour plate section, photographs. BIC Classification: BGS; WSZG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 213 x 133 x 21. Weight in Grams: 282. . 2003. New ed. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Seller Inventory # V9781841953908
Buy New
US$ 23.55
Convert currency
Stock Image
High Exposure: An Enduring Passion for Everest and Other Unforgiving Places
Published by
Canongate Books 2003-03-20
(2003)
ISBN 10: 1841953903
ISBN 13: 9781841953908
New
Paperback
Quantity: > 20
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 6666-TBS-9781841953908
Buy New
US$ 16.29
Convert currency
Stock Image
High Exposure
Published by
Canongate Books Ltd
(2003)
ISBN 10: 1841953903
ISBN 13: 9781841953908
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 320 pages. 8.54x5.28x0.91 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # __1841953903
Buy New
US$ 23.72
Convert currency
Stock Image
High Exposure
Seller:
Rating
Book Description PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # F6-9781841953908
Buy New
US$ 19.71
Convert currency
Stock Image
High Exposure
Published by
Canongate Books Ltd
(2003)
ISBN 10: 1841953903
ISBN 13: 9781841953908
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: New. Seller Inventory # Abebooks512352
Buy New
US$ 64.00
Convert currency
Stock Image
High Exposure (Paperback)
Published by
Canongate Books, Edinburgh
(2003)
ISBN 10: 1841953903
ISBN 13: 9781841953908
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. For generations of adventurers, from Mallory to Hillary, Norgay to Krakauer, Mount Everest and the world's greatest peaks have provided the ultimate testing ground. But as the public's fascination with mountaineering reaches an all-time high, the question remains - why climb? In High Exposure, legendary rock climber, mountaineer and film-maker, David Breashears, answers with a captivating and intimate look at his life, during which he has scaled many of the world's highest peaks, including two successful ascents of Everest. For generations of adventurers, from Mallory to Hilary, Norgay to Krakauer, Mount Everest and the world's greatest peaks have provided the ultimate testing ground. But as the public's fascination with mountaineering reaches an all time high, the question remains - why climb? Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781841953908
Buy New
US$ 34.96
Convert currency