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Mountaineer

David Breashears, born on December 20, 1955, is a renowned mountaineer from the United States. He is best known for his numerous ascents of Mount Everest and is highly respected for his contributions to mountaineering safety and environmental protection.

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“It's [“Into Thin Air”] there in print forever. It's part of history. People should be above taking someone else down. And for what? For money and egos people are willing to destroy other people to further their careers.”

People Should Careers Forever Air Willing Ego Down And Print Thin Air

Author:David Breashears

“The stresses of high-altitude climbing reveal your true character; they unmask who you really are. You no longer have all the social graces to hide behind, to play roles. You are the essence of what you are.”

Play Character Social Behinds Roles Grace Essence Stress Climbing True Character Social Graces

Book:High Exposure: An Enduring Passion for Everest and Unforgiving Places

Source: High Exposure: An Enduring Passion for Everest and Unforgiving Places

“Everest? Don't forget it's really just a big pile of rocks.”

Bigs Forget Rocks Forget It Everest

Author:David Breashears

About the Author

Born: December 20, 1955
Known for: Mountaineer
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