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Into the silence

Book • 2011
Into the Silence by Wade Davis is a meticulously researched narrative that explores the British expeditions to Mount Everest in the 1920s.

The book delves into the personal stories of brave men, many of whom were veterans of World War I, who sought redemption and purpose in the Himalayas.

It provides a sweeping historical context, from Britain's imperial ambitions to the impact of the Great War on these adventurers.

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