Now updated to include the triumphant culmination of a monumental quest--to
stand on the summits of all fourteen of the world's highest
mountains--"Himalayan Quest" offers an unforgettable glimpse into the remarkable
world of Ed Viesturs, America's best-known high altitude climber, and the
breathtaking landscape in which he works. It is an unparalleled showcase of both
the heartbreaking tragedy and the ineffable joy Viesturs has experienced while
striving at the limits of human endurance.
At the center of this extraordinary account of his mountaineering adventures are
Viesturs's own awe-inspiring photographs from the top of the world. This
collection of images will show readers the deadly beauty and haunting