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Famous Firsts: First Men to Conquer Everest Ben Hubbard

Famous Firsts: First Men to Conquer Everest By Ben Hubbard

Famous Firsts: First Men to Conquer Everest by Ben Hubbard

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Summary

An exciting narrative exploration of how the first men reached the summit of Mount Everest on 29 May 1953

Famous Firsts: First Men to Conquer Everest Summary

Famous Firsts: First Men to Conquer Everest by Ben Hubbard

A gripping illustrated account of how Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay made history by being the first men to conquer Mount Everest.

For years, climbers and explorers had dreamed of being the first to reach Mount Everest's treacherous, icy summit. On 29 May 1953, Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay finally achieved this amazing feat. Their lives would never be the same again.

A few more whacks of the ice axe, a few very weary steps, and we were on the summit of Everest.

Fully illustrated throughout, with fresh, modern artwork breathing new life into this famous story. Perfect for readers aged 8 and up.

About Ben Hubbard

Ben Hubbard began his writing career at a what's-on newspaper in the 1990s, interviewing bands, actors and artists in his native Wellington, New Zealand. He later joined the fast-paced world of daily newspaper journalism before packing up shop and moving to England. Here, Ben tied a number of new strings to his bow: magazine editor, book editor, and finally, author. Today, Ben writes a mix of non-fiction for all ages - preschoolers through to adults. He has penned titles on an eclectic subject range: from space exploration, samurai warriors and medieval castles; to pop music, pets, tornadoes and rugby skills.

Table of Contents

  • 1: Race to the Summit
  • 2: Bookish boy
  • 3: Alpine airman
  • 4: Everest in sight
  • 5: British setback
  • 6: Everest beckons
  • 7: The Lhotse Face
  • 8: First assault
  • 9: Second assault
  • 10: Hillary Step
  • 11: Victorious return
  • 12: Sherpa friend
  • 13: Icon of Everest
  • 14: Timeline
  • 15: Glossary
  • 16: Index

Additional information

GOR013648974
9781526313522
1526313529
Famous Firsts: First Men to Conquer Everest by Ben Hubbard
Ben Hubbard
Famous Firsts
Used - Good
Hardback
Hachette Children's Group
2020-11-26
32
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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