These gripping accounts of adventure and danger will mesmerize readers from cover to cover! Stunning illustrations and compelling text provide an up-close look at six famous ascents of the world's highest mountain. Sidebars provide a wealth of information—from Everest's unique geography, to the effects of altitude, to Sherpa culture. Extensive backmatter includes a chronology, glossary, an Everest records chart, ''Hall of Fame'' profiles, and other materials for climbing aficionados.

• Ages 9 to 12
• 128 pages; 45 photographs; 6 maps
• 7 3/4'' x 10''
• Hardcover
• © 2003