Kingdom of Adventure: Everest [Hardcover] James Ramsey Ullman

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Kingdom of Adventure: Everest [Hardcover] James Ramsey Ullman

SKU: DB4-006
Title of book: Kingdom of Adventure: Everest
Subtitle: A Chronicle of Man’s Assault on the Earth’s Highest Mountain
Author: James Ramsey Ullman
Year of publication: 1947
Edition: Not specified
Printing: Not specified
Publisher name: William Sloane Associates, Inc.
Type of binding: Hardcover
Does it have a dust jacket? No
Is it a Book Club edition? No indication of this
Is it a former library book? No indication of this
Does it have damage on the dust jacket or cover? There is no dust jacket; the cover shows minor wear and some signs of aging
Are the pages clean? Yes, the pages appear clean
Is there foxing? No
Description:
“Kingdom of Adventure: Everest” by James Ramsey Ullman is a detailed chronicle of the early expeditions to conquer Mount Everest, the world’s highest peak. Published in 1947 by William Sloane Associates, Inc., this book provides firsthand accounts and detailed narratives of the challenges faced by climbers in their attempts to reach the summit. The book includes numerous black-and-white photographs that capture the rugged terrain, the climbers, and the equipment used during these historic expeditions.

Genre and Sub-Genre:
Genre: Non-fiction, Adventure
Sub-Genre: Mountaineering, Exploration
Condition Description:
This hardcover edition of “Kingdom of Adventure: Everest” does not have a dust jacket. The cover is in good condition with minor wear and signs of aging. The pages are clean and well-preserved, and the photographs are intact. There is no significant foxing visible. The overall condition is good, considering its age and the absence of a dust jacket.