HIGH ASIA

An Illustrated History Of The 7,000 Metre Peaks

1989 First UK Edition

By Jill Neate (1934-1993)


This is the first edition (first printing) published in London by Unwin Hyman in 1989. The book measures 273mm tall x 196mm. It has 213 pages, many maps, many b/w & color photos, peak index, people index, extensive bibliography at end of each chapter & end of book. This book gives information on 400 known peaks between 7000m and 8000m. A very useful resource for those who might be looking for a target for an expedition to a 7000m+ peak.

CONDITION: Original blue boards with gilt lettering spine. The book has a couple of minor bumps rear cover with a tiny rubbed spot, rubbing through cover on lower edges (see photo). Otherwise, the book is in fine condition with no previous owner's marks & no writing on any pages, no foxing, tight binding, no creased or folded pages. The original dust jacket has a chunk missing from the lower front corner, tiny loss at tips of upper flap corners, otherwise clean and nice). Price: SOLD but ask if we have other copies.

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