“Getting to the top is optional. Getting down is mandatory.”
Quote by Ed Viesturs
Work
The Will to Climb: Obsession and Commitment and the Quest to Climb Annapurna--the World's Deadliest Peak
This book chronicles the author's personal quest to scale Annapurna, a treacherous peak known for its high fatality rate. It delves into the author's motivations and the challenges faced during the climb, offering a glimpse into the extreme sport of mountaineering and the mental fortitude required to undertake such a perilous endeavor. more
Author
Ed Viesturs
Ed Viesturs is a renowned high-altitude mountaineer, known for his remarkable achievements in the Himalayas. Born on June 22, 1959, he has been climbing Mount Everest since the 1990s and has successfully summited it multiple times. Viesturs is respected for his emphasis on safety and respect for the environment in mountaineering. more