2001. 185 pp, Washburn photos. Washburn has made a life-long study of Mount McKinley (Denali), and the claims that Frederick Cook made of climbing it in 1906. This compelling and well documented book tells the entire story of Cook's false claim. Also covered is his North Pole claim. Large format hardcover with dust jacket. New book, with a small remainder mark on bottom edge.
-- Contains never-before-published and hard-to-find information-- Includes 80 photos. Showcases eight breathtaking, previously unpublished photos by Bradford WashburnFor 50 years, Bradford Washburn has been fascinated by Frederick Cook's claim to have been the first to reach the summit of Mount McKinley in 1906. The Dishonorable Dr. Cook tells the story of what sort of man he was, why he staked his reputation on a flimsy story, and why so many people have been anxious to debunk his claims.
