To the top of Everest
(Book)
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Published
Toronto : Kids Can Press, c2001.
Format
Book
Status
Port Angeles - J Nonfiction
J 796.522 SKRESLE
1 available
J 796.522 SKRESLE
1 available
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Location | Call Number | Status |
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Port Angeles - J Nonfiction | J 796.522 SKRESLE | Available |
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Published
Toronto : Kids Can Press, c2001.
Physical Desc
56 pages : col. ill. ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Accelerated Reader
MG
Level 5.7, 2 Points
Level 5.7, 2 Points
Notes
General Note
Ages 10 and up.
Description
On October 5, 1982, Laurie Skreslet became the first Canadian to reach the peak of Mount Everest. His lifelong dream of scaling the world's tallest mountain had become a reality, but it was an achievement that came with a heavy price. Laurie and his expedition faced hidden crevasses, blinding snowstorms, horrible altitude sickness and deadly avalanches that claimed the lives of team members throughout the ascent. In this exciting true-life adventure, Laurie shares intimate details from the climb itself, including the terrifying moment when he almost plunged to an icy death. A true hero, Laurie proves that with a bit of courage, a little faith and a lot of teamwork, an ordinary person can accomplish extraordinary things.