everest, mount (china and nepal)

Christina and Grant must endure scary statues, mysterious monks, breathtaking cold, and sabotage in their efforts to help Uncle Mike and his friend reach the summit of Mount Everest.

Photographs and text describe the first successful climb to the top of Mount Everest and the many failed attempts made prior to the 1953 triumph.

A photographic introduction to Mount Everest in Asia's Himalayan Mountains, providing a physical description of the mountain, explaining how it is thought to have formed, looking at Everest's weather, people, and animals, and discussing the history of attempts to climb the mountain.

A biography of Edmund Hillary, whose love of snow, mountains, and the outdoor life culminated in his conquering the highest peak in the world.

When an airplane disappears over Mount Everest while carrying a team of scientists in possession of the first Yeti skull ever recovered, Jack and his fellow climbers must brave the world's highest mountain in order to recover the priceless artifact.

Simple text and photographs teach young readers about the importance of teamwork, using the experiences of mountain climbers Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, who worked together to climb the world's highest mountain.

Chronicles the life of mountain climber Scott Fischer, discussing his early love for the outdoors, family, outdoor adventure company, climbs, and death on Mount Everest.

Describes the geography, climate, animals and plants, measurement, exploration, and ecology of Mount Everest.

Presents full-color illustrated photographs of Mount Everest in the Himalayan Mountains and the explorers who attempted to conquer it.