8000 Metres Climbing the World's Highest Mountains

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Unlock the secrets of the world's highest peaks with late British mountaineer Alan Hinkes and his incredible journey climbing all 14 of the 8000m+ mountains in the Himalaya and Karakoram. Stunning photographs capture the awe-inspiring landscapes, while the text reveals the grueling details of surviving and summiting in the death zone.

In this beautify large format book Alan Hinkes, shares his journey to becoming the first Briton to summit all 8000m mountains. Gain insight into his formative years in Yorkshire and first Alpine climbs, as well as the challenges and triumphs of reaching each peak and the friendships formed along the way. A must-read for any mountain enthusiast.