Challenge of the North Cascades
- ISBN-10
- 1594853762
- ISBN-13
- 9781594853760
- Category
- Biography & Autobiography
- Pages
- 292
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2012-12-20
- Publisher
- The Mountaineers Books
- Author
- Fred Beckey
Description
* Fred Beckey is synonomous with Cascades climbing and is said to have completed more first ascents than any other climber in history * Includes detailed appendix of all Beckey's ascents from 1936-1968 This book documents more than three decades of adventure in the peaks of the North Cascades. In this absorbing memoir, climbing legend Fred Beckey shares his unique experiences, from achieving personal triumphs to facing the challenges of nature. It's a must for every mountaineering enthusiast's bookshelf!
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