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Where Is Mount Everest?

By (author) Nico Medina

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As the recent deaths of sixteen sherpas underscore, climbing Mount Everest remains a daunting challenge. Located in the ...

Book Details

  • Publisher : Penguin Random House
  • Binding : Paperback
  • ISBN : 9780448484082
  • Imprint : Penguin
  • Illustrator : John Hinderliter
  • Age Group : Age 9-12
  • Language : English
Genre : History

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As the recent deaths of sixteen sherpas underscore, climbing Mount Everest remains a daunting challenge. Located in the Himalayas, Everest is the highest mountain in the world at a whopping 29, 028 feet. In this compelling narrative, Nico Medina guides readers through the mountain's ancient beginnings, first human settlers, historic climbs, and the modern commercialization of mountain-climbing. With stories of expeditions gone wrong and miraculously successful summit climbs, this is a thrilling addition to the where is? Series!.

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Author : Nico Medina

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Illustrator : John Hinderliter

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