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 Into Thin Air One of the most interesting, disturbing, didn't want to put it down books I've ever read!  One Sided Story There is no doubt that Into Thin Air is a compelling, gripping, story to read but it suffers from lack of objectivity from the writer. Krak had in his mind to support a viewpoint for his story that he was going to stick with regardless of the facts. I would urge anyone who really wants to know what went on on that expedition read "The Climb" by Anatoli Boukreev. It is not as well written as ITA but written well enough to be an engrossing read. There is no hand holding on Everest, that has been pretty clear in the climbing community since forever. If you read about all the expeditions going back to Mallory it is clear that Chomolungma demands respect. The mountain is strewn with corpses from various eras of climbing. It's like the mountain preserves them as a warning to those that follow.  Fiction and Libel written by a snake The story is entertaining, but sadly lacking in fact. Krakauer spreads gross lies about Anatoli Boukreev in this work of fiction. When Anatoli Boukreev responded to this slander, Krakauer shut up, until Anatoli Boukreev tragically died, then Krakauer opened his lying mouth again. Krakuer is a man without honor and this book should be recognized for the lie that it is. I suggest reading "The Climb," if you want non-fiction. Insanely Incredible! This was an amazing story of the 1996 tragedy that occurred on Mt. Everest. Krakauer's writing is sharp and compelling and his first person account of the ordeal puts the reader on the mountain with him and his team. He uses his own experiences, post-event interviews and transcripts to pull the whole thing together. But one of the most intriguing aspects of this book is the history of the mountain itself and the hundreds of adventurers who have attempted its summit. I was deeply moved by Krakauer's narrative and his own sense of guilt (which may or may not have been unfounded). It was a breathtaking picture of the sheer will it takes to face the extreme cold and altitude and the physical demand required to become one of the elite who reach the top. I have nothing but respect and admiration for those who attempt Everest, but I also think they're insane for sacrificing millions of brain cells and the health of their bodies to accomplish such a feat. Overall, though it was an amazing book and I loved Krakauer's writing. Everyone should read this book! | |||||||||||||
