tenzing norkey

Tenzing Norgay grew up in Nepal, herding yaks in the shadow of Chomolungma, the mountain also known as Everest. Across the ocean, in New Zealand, Edmund Hillary grew up tending his father's bees. In 1953, the two men set out on the same expedition to climb Everest.

"In the late morning of May 29, 1953, the sun was shining brightly and a gentle breeze was blowing on the highest elevation of the world--and two men were there to witness it for the first time ever. Their names were Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, and they had ascended Everest. This is the breathtaking story of how two very different, yet equally determined, men battled frost-biting temperatures, tumbling ice rocks, powerful winds, and death-defying ridges to reach the top of the world's highest mountain. Combining fresh and contemporary illustrations by Joe Todd-Stanton with Alexandra Stewart's captivating writing, this unique narrative tells the story of how Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay made their mark on the world from birth right up to their final days and the impact they've had on Nepal today"--Provided by the publisher.

Examines the many attempts by mountaineers to be the first to reach the top of Mount Everest, the lives lost, and the men who finally conquered it in 1953.

Examines the many attempts by mountaineers to be the first to reach the top of Mount Everest, the lives lost, and the men who finally conquered it in 1953.

Describes the efforts by mountaineers Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay to be the first to reach the summit of Mount Everest.

Examines the many attempts by mountaineers to be the first to reach the top of Mount Everest, the lives lost, and the men who finally conquered it in 1953.

Presents a brief biography of legendary mountain climbers Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay who were the first to reach the top of Mount Everest in the Himalayan mountain range.

Chronicles the life of Tenzing Norgay, the guide who helped Ed Hillary become the first person to scale Mount Everest.

Presents the life and career of mountaineer, Tenzing Norkey focusing on his humble roots, his climb to the summit of Mount Everest, friendships, depression, family, heroism, and his health decline.

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.