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“If the conquest of a great peak brings moments of exultation and bliss, which in the monotonous, materialistic existence of modern times nothing else can approach, it also presents great dangers. It is not the goal of ‘grand alpinisme’ to face peril, but it is one of the tests one must undergo to deserve the joy of rising for an instant above the state of crawling grubs.”

Quote by Lionel Terray

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Lionel Terray was a renowned climber known for his exceptional achievements in the Alps and the Himalayas. Born on July 25, 1921, he passed away on September 23, 1965. Terray is respected for his contributions to mountaineering and his pursuit of the spirit of exploration. more

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