Extraordinary Life, An: Sir Edmund Hillary
A biography of Sir Edmund Hillary, it follows him around the world, from his childhood in New Zealand to his humanitarian work with the Himalayan Sherpa people, from climbing to the summit of Everest, to his tractor expedition to the South Pole, and jet boat adventures on the Gan... read full description below.
Title in stock at publisher – usually ships 7-15 working days.
Quick Reference
| ISBN |
9780143006466 |
| Barcode |
9780143006466 |
| Published |
1 October 2007 by Penguin |
| Format |
Paperback |
| Author(s) |
By Johnston, Alexa |
... view full title details below.
Buy Now
Full details for this title
| Interest Age |
All ages |
| Reading Age |
All ages |
| NBS Text |
Biography: Historical, Political & Military |
| ONIX Text |
General/trade |
|
| Number of Pages |
420 |
| Dimensions |
Width: 131mm
Height: 198mm
Spine: 33mm |
| Weight |
416g |
|
| Dewey Code |
796.522092 |
| Catalogue Code |
58430 |
Description of this Book
Around the world Sir Edmund Hillary is a legendary figure - climber, bold adventurer, practical philanthropist and one of the most widely respected persons of our time. He has survived extremes of human experience - from historic triumphs to crushing personal loss - but he sees himself as an ordinary man, persistent rather than heroic. This book focuses on the highlights of his life, including: Conquering Everest, Journeying to the South Pole by tractor, Himalayan adventures, Philanthropist to the Sherpa people. This book is a magnificent tribute to one of the greatest climbers and explorers of all time.
^ top
Awards & Reviews
| Awards |
Shortlisted for Montana New Zealand Book Awards: Biography Category 2006.
|
There are no reviews for this title.
^ top
Author's Bio
Alexa Johnston was curator of the Sir Edmund Hillary: Everest and Beyond exhibition for the Auckland Museum, the Explorers Hall at the National Geographic Museum, Washington DC and Otago Museum, Dunedin. She was principal curator at Auckland Art Gallery from 1990-97 and now works as a freelance curator. Alexa had a close bond of friendship and trust with Sir Edmund.
^ top
