Spectator Out Loud: Joan Collins, Owen Matthews, Sara Wheeler, Igor Toronyi-Lalic and Tanya Gold
Best of the Spectator
The Allure of High-Altitude Climbing
This chapter examines the historical and personal motivations for high-altitude climbing, using Daniel Light's book as a reference to showcase 19th-century mountaineering. It features captivating stories of notable climbers, their adventures, and the significance of local guides, while celebrating the mystical allure of mountains across cultures.
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