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Summary: The Illustrated version is the way to go!
Review: I just received my copy of 'Into Thin Air' The Illustrated Version on Saturday, 11/28. I am happy to report that this is even better than the original. This version contains a ton of new photos from the author and others as well as a new postscript from the author, debating his accuracy of the incident of the 1996 Everest expedition brought on by Anatoli Boukreev's book, 'The Climb'. Kind of a never before seen perspective to the original. For those of you who have heard of it or read it already, consider this to be sort of a remastered and re-released album that includes bonus tracks. Very much worth purchasing, especially with Amazon.com's price! I have read the original and thought it was one of the best books that I have read all year, if not ever. I have countlessly recommended it to friends interested in a good read for something very thought-provoking and inspiring. I have also borrowed from the San Francisco Public Library, their copy of the book on tape with Jon Krakauer reading it. Definately worth checking out, especially while you read along! Happy Reading.David Suspanic December 1, 1998 San Francisco, California USA
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Summary: Fun to read, but can someone answer my question?
Review: I loved that book, but I was surprised that people died, frozen, close to the tents; because they couldn't find the tents in the blizzard. Why dont they use gps? I use one on my winter outings to get back to camp, blizzard or not. They could also place some radio emitters in the tents and use a receiver (like pieps) to locate them. I know they have to cut on weight but what if a half pound device can save your life?
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Summary: about in to thin air
Review: I found the book very interesting and fun I read the whole book without getting bored of it I think it was the best book I have ever read.
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Summary: better than was expected.
Review: i bought this book (in audio form), not thinking i was going to like it, however, i am absolutly wrapped up in it. it really is a strong book.
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Summary: Outstanding. Gripping. Intense.
Review: Krakauer's account of the Everest disaster is riveting. From start to finish I was fascinated by the characters, the history, the drama of the climb, the tragedy of the disaster. I found it so interesting that when I finished I read it again. You won't be disappointed.
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Summary: An eye opener to the true rigors of mountaineering.
Review: This book kept me on the edge of my seat. Written from a personal viewpoint of what it truly means to climb Mt. Everest, it lets the reader into the mind of one who is actually there, vice being a cold analytical account of events past. His vivid portrayal of the rigors of climbing let the reader imagine what it must actually be like. This is the first account of a mountain climb that I had read, and it left me with the desire for more. After having read "The Climb", another account of the disaster which centers around Anotoli Boukreev, I find that Mr. Krakauer's portrayal of the events is somewhat judgemental of others in the expeditions, but this does not detract from the overall telling of the story. However he does pretend that his memory his infallible, acknowledging that each person will have different memories of the events due to the extreme physical and mental stress they are under at the top. A must read for all who are truly interested in the outdoors.
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Summary: WONDERFUL!!!!!!!!!
Review: I love mountain climbing so this book intrigued me. I would recommend it to anyone who has ever dreamed of conquering the elements.
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Summary: Step-by-Step Protrayal of Life and Death
Review: Jon Krakauer came away feeling lucky to be alive and guilty at the same time for surviving. During his journey to get to the top and back down again Krakauer paints both flattering and unflattering portraits of the various primary and secondary players in this true drama. You can't help but feel admiration for the fallen leaders of the groups and scorn for those others that refused to help them. One area he does a very good job at is to bring you face to face with the steep, cold, harsh sides of the mountain. An environment devoid of air to breath and filled with biting winds. As the life and death decisions are made you start asking yourself why anyone would want to put themselves through such an ordeal. Alas we as humans do strange things for 1-2 minutes of fullfillment.
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Summary: Riveting - read in one day
Review: Amazing and disturbing book. Absolute page turner..
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Summary: A tragic and exhilarating story about climbing Mt. Everest.
Review: This book is about an ill-fated expedition of May, 1996 attempting to reach the summit of Mt. Everest, the world's highest mountain. If you've ever wondered just what life is like for a climber attempting to reach a mountain summit at an altitude of over 29,000 feet, this book will deliver. For a few bucks, you can vicariously experience what others paid over $60,000 to do,... and live to tell about it. The author is an experienced mountaineer, writer, and one of the survivors of this vivid and compelling story about friendships, survival, and the desire to reach super human goals.
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