Signed by Tony Streather, Joe Brown (tipped in) and inscribed and signed by the author Pema Wanchuk
Kathmandu, 2007, 1st edition. 275 pp, 285 plates. This book provides a history and celebration of the mountain and includes cultural, exploration, mapping, climbing and artistic works. It is lavishly illustrated with numerous photos, drawings and maps. The first ascent of the third highest peak in the world was made by George Band and Joe Brown and the second ascent was made by Tony Streather and Norman Harding a day later. This is a must book to have for anyone interested in the mountain. Hardcover DJ, Fine.