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Into Thin Air

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A bank of clouds was assembling on the not-so-distant horizon, but journalist-mountaineer Jon Krakauer, standing on the summit of Mt. Everest, saw nothing that "suggested that a murderous storm was bearing down." He was wrong. The storm, which claimed five lives and left countless more--including Krakauer's--in guilt-ridden disarray, would also provide the impetus for Into Thin Air, Krakauer's epic account of the May 1996 disaster. With more than 250 black-and-white photographs taken by various expedition members and an enlightening new postscript by the author, the Illustrated Edition shows readers what this tragic climb looked like and potentially provides closure for Krakauer and his detractors.

"I have no doubt that Boukreev's intentions were good on summit day," writes Krakauer in a postscript dated August 1998. "What disturbs me, though, was Boukreev's refusal to acknowledge the possibility that he made even a single poor decision. Never did he indicate that perhaps it wasn't the best choice to climb without gas or go down ahead of his clients." As usual, Krakauer supports his points with dogged research and a good dose of humility. But rather than continue the heated discourse that has raged since Into Thin Air's denouncement of guide Boukreev, Krakauer's tone is conciliatory; he points most of his criticism at G. Weston De Walt, who coauthored The Climb, Boukreev's version of events. And in a touching conclusion, Krakauer recounts his last conversation with the late Boukreev, in which the two weathered climbers agreed to disagree about certain points. Krakauer had great hopes to patch things up with Boukreev, but the Russian later died in a avalanche on another Himalayan peak, Annapurna I. Krakauer further buries the ice axe by donating his share of royalties from sales of The Illustrated Edition to the Everest '96 Memorial Fund, which aids various environmental and humanitarian charities. --Rob McDonald

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Connects to readers on an intimate, even non-hiking readers.
 
Review Date: July 26, 2010
Reviewer: Jesse Sparks, Santa Maria, CA
I'm not huge into hiking, but the author hooked me right from the get go. It is written with such painstaking detail so as to allow the reader to fully picture the situation and what it would be like to be there.
Wow!!!
 
Review Date: July 26, 2010
Reviewer: Bobby T, South Riding, VA
Well by my count, there have been over 1500 reviews so I'll keep it quick. One word: Wow. I could not put this one down. Amazing, amazing, amazing. I honestly felt like I was there on the mountain. Another component of this book that I really enjoyed was the fact that I learned more than I've ever known about mountain climbing.

Another great story of survival. One you won't want to miss.....
Man is Fallible
 
Review Date: July 20, 2010
Reviewer: Jessica B. Baker, New Cumberland, PA
This is a haunting tale that rivets the reader from beginning to end. The breadth of human motivation, action and reaction described is fascinating. This would be a great book to read if you are in the throws of "cabin fever" as it will make you appreciate your cozy, climate controlled home like nothing else!
Top to Bottom
 
Review Date: July 19, 2010
Reviewer: JMack, Chicago
In an interesting twist of fate, I took this book with me on an interstate bus ride with a maniacal bus driver. For me, it helped a sense of real danger to an already incredible book. As exhilarating as climbing Mount Everest can be, the tragedies that occur in this book read like a well written novel. However, the events chronicled here may not be for the weak of heart.

It has been said that the challenge of getting down from the peak of Mount Everest is often overlooked. On May 10, 1996, a freak storm turned an already perilous descent deadly. Literally engulfed in the clouds of the storm, visibility became largely impossible in the most dangerous circumstances. Coupled with the differing expeditions and their conflicts, it was a recipe for disaster.

Though some have suggested that Jon Krakauer is exploiting tragedy in writing this book and is unwilling to accept fault for the incident, I never felt that way. Krakauer recalls facts as best as they can be told drawing from a variety of sources. It is apparent that the events on Mount Everest greatly disturbed him. While the complete story will never be known, Krakauer's work is commendable.
One side of the story
 
Review Date: July 16, 2010
Reviewer: Alison, Derbyshire, UK
Krakauer takes a narrative approach to describing the events on Everest in May 1996. Krakauer was a client of a commercial expedition and was part of the summit day on 10 May 1996. Krakauer struggled on Everest but made it back to camp alive and exhausted while other climbers struggled to stay alive. By the time events had played out eight people were dead and others were injured and exhausted.

Krakauer narrates the events leading up to the summit attempts and he describes many events - both those he was involved with and ones that he was not. He gives an analysis of the factors that he feels contributed to the tragic events. It's very well written and is a compelling story making for a really good read. However, Krakauer falsely accuses Anatoli Boukreev (a guide on an opposing team) of poor guiding when in fact Boukreev saved the lives of several climbers on his team who clearly would have died otherwise. Boukreev was given an award for heroism by the American Alpine Club.

For reasons known only to Krakauer he still maintains his view of Boukreev despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary. To get the full picture Krakauer's client perspective and Boukreev's guide perspective you MUST read both Into Thin Air and The Climb. The Climb is written by Boukreev and his co-author DeWalt.

Ain’t No Sunshine

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The True Life of Betty Ireland

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The True Life of Betty Ireland
With Her Birth, Education, and Adventures. Together with Some Account of Her Elder Sister Blanch of Britain. Containing Sundry Very Curious Particulars

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Michael Jackson: The Magic and the Madness
 
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So much has how been said and written about the life and career of Michael Jackson that it has become almost impossible to disentangle the man from the myth. Recent revelations are only the latest instalments of a saga that began decades ago. This book is the fruit of over 30 years of research and hundreds of exclusive interviews with a remarkable level of access to the very closest circles of the Jackson family - including Michael himself. Cutting through tabloid rumours, J. Randy Taraborrelli traces the real story behind the Michael Jackson we see and hear today, from his drilling as a child star through the blooming of his talent to his ever-changing personal appearance and bizarre publicity stunts. This major biography includes the behind-the-scenes story to many of the landmarks in Jackson's life: his legal and commercial battles, his marriages to Lisa Marie Presley and Debbie Rowe, his passions and addictions, his children. Objective and revealing, it carries the hallmarks of all of Taraborrelli's best-sellers: impeccable research, brilliant storytelling and definitive documentation.

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Tolltytots Graco Playset – Heatwave Red

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MICHAEL JACKSON T-SHIRTS - MICHAEL JACKSON TRIBUTE TEES - MICHAEL JACKSON AUTHENTIC TRIBUTE SHIRTS
 
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Michael Jackson (Thriller, 25) Music Poster Print - 24" X 36"
 
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Maui Revealed: The Ultimate Guidebook (Maui Revealed)
 
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USA Today calls it, "An authoritative and in-depth look at all that the island offers." The author is a resident who personally and anonymously reviews every facet of Maui. From restaurants to helicopter companies to scuba to beaches to trails, he sees it all and shows you the best Maui has to offer.

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Michael Jackson – The One

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Michael Jackson: The One is a persuasive summary of the Gloved One's career highlights. Jackson appears only in old clips, but the case for his status as an innovative and dominant artist in the 1980s and early '90s is made by an impressive array of witnesses: Beyonce Knowles, Isaac Hayes, Dick Clark, Wyclef Jean, Missy Elliot, and others. Clark recalls meeting child-star Michael and realizing he had a natural drive to be in charge, underscored by Jackson's decision to push "Ben" (technically a ballad sung to a rat from the movie Ben) as a single. Quincy Jones talks about partnering with Jackson despite objections by the Epic record label; his tale of a superhuman push to mix Thriller in 24 hours is fascinating. Also discussed is Jackson's pivotal appearance on the Motown 25 TV special, and his penchant for musical and stylish re-invention on Bad and subsequent albums and tours. --Tom Keogh

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