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The White Ladder: Triumph and Tragedy at the Dawn of Mountaineering by Daniel Light is a mesmerizing exploration of the rich tapestry of mountaineering history. This captivating narrative unveils the extraordinary tales of thrill-seekers, soldiers, artists, and porters whose daring adventures laid the groundwork for modern climbing.
Step back into a time when the world’s highest peaks beckoned explorers, igniting a blend of reverence and ambition. In this meticulously crafted account, Light takes readers on a panoramic journey through the ages, revealing:
With high praise from literary luminaries including Sir Ranulph Fiennes and Wade Davis, The White Ladder is celebrated as a significant contribution to climbing literature. It’s described as "Thrilling" by Sonia Purnell, who highlights the poetic and courageous essence of these stories.
This book doesn’t just recount the history of mountaineering; it offers an ode to the indomitable human spirit that drives us to climb higher. Light’s skillful storytelling, combined with in-depth historical research, makes this a must-read for adventurers and history enthusiasts alike.
Embark on a breathtaking journey through the world's untamed landscapes and uncover the triumphs and tragedies that shaped mountaineering as we know it today.
ISBN: | 9780861548163 |
Author: | Daniel Light |
Format: | Hardback |
Imprint: | Oneworld Publications |
Publisher: | Oneworld Publications |
Dimensions: | 241 x 164 x 37 mm |
Publication Date: | 09 May, 2024 |
Pagination: | 432 pages |
Weight: | 678g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’