Minus 148 by Art Davidson
"Minus 148" is a gripping account of a mountaineering team's harrowing winter ascent of Mount McKinley in Alaska. The team faces a brutal storm that traps them near the summit, forcing them to endure temperatures of -148 degrees Fahrenheit. Despite the dire conditions and tragic loss of life, the survivors demonstrate an incredible will to live, leading to one of the most remarkable rescues in mountaineering history. The book serves as a testament to the human spirit's resilience and the power of teamwork in the face of adversity.
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This book is on the following lists:
- 77th on Extreme Classics: The 100 Greatest Adventure Books of All Time (National Geographic Adventure Magazine)