La Travesía de la Antártida
Expedicion 1955-1958
Edmund Hillary Libros
Este aventurero y filántropo es reconocido por ser uno de los primeros en alcanzar la cima del Monte Everest. Su logro no fue solo un hito deportivo, sino el inicio de un compromiso de por vida para ayudar a las comunidades de Nepal. Se dedicó a la construcción de escuelas y hospitales, dejando un legado duradero. Su vida encarnó un espíritu de exploración, conquistando no solo los picos más altos de la Tierra, sino también los polos, junto con una profunda devoción por las personas que encontró en sus viajes.
Focusing on participatory arts, this book explores how creative practices can enhance community health. It highlights various projects and methodologies that engage individuals and groups in artistic activities, fostering well-being and social cohesion. By examining the intersection of art and health, the book emphasizes the transformative potential of creative expression in improving health outcomes and building stronger communities.
The narrative recounts Edmund Hillary's groundbreaking expedition in 1951 to find a new route up Everest from the south, a feat previously deemed impossible. The climbers faced steep, ice-covered slopes and harsh conditions, showcasing their remarkable determination and endurance. Hillary's firsthand account captures the treacherous challenges and breathtaking experiences leading to the historic summit achievement in 1953, marking a pivotal moment in mountaineering history.
View from the Summit: The Remarkable Memoir by the First Person to Conquer Everest
- 320 páginas
- 12 horas de lectura
The autobiography captures the adventurous spirit of Sir Edmund Hillary, detailing his historic 1953 Everest expedition and explorations from the South Pole to the Ganges. It narrates the journey of a New Zealand boy who became a pioneering climber and was knighted for his achievements. Beyond climbing, Hillary reflects on his role as a diplomat and his lasting impact on Nepal through aid initiatives. His memoir embodies the enduring allure of adventure and the legacy of extreme sports, resonating with readers who seek inspiration from his remarkable life.
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The Conquest of Everest. Original Photographs from the Legendary First Ascent
- 239 páginas
- 9 horas de lectura
Celebrating the sixtieth anniversary of the first ascent to Mount Everest's peak, photographs from the climber's personal collection display the landscapes and difficulties faced by the team before finally reaching the summit.
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Die Autobiografie des Mount Everest-Erstbesteigers
Sir Edmund Hillary wurde nach seiner Erstbesteigung des Mount Everest im Jahre 1953 mit Sherpa Tenzing Norgay weltbekannt. Doch wer ist der Mensch hinter dieser Legende? In seiner Autobiografie erzählt Hillary offen von seiner lebenslangen Leidenschaft für die Berge, den Abenteuern am Südpol und seinem humanitären Engagement für die Bevölkerung im Himalaja. (Quelle: Umschlagtext).
In seiner ersten Autobiographie erzählt Sir Edmund Hillary von seiner Kindheit in Neuseeland und seiner Leidenschaft für das Bergsteigen, die ihn 1953 zusammen mit Sherpa Tenzing Norgay auf den Mount Everest führte. Neben seinen Gipfelbesteigungen engagiert er sich sozial und zeigt bemerkenswerte Bescheidenheit. Eine fesselnde Lebensgeschichte.
