A review by jacobrutgers
Into Thin Air: A Personal Account of the Mt. Everest Disaster by Jon Krakauer

4.0

This book was excellent. Everest is the ultimate challenge, and reading about those who gave their lives to conquer it is both inspiring and deeply tragic. This journey illustrates how a few seemingly small mistakes can turn a hopeful expedition into a deadly ordeal. The drive to accomplish a monumental feat can override all senses, logic, and caution. Krakauer’s reflections on the human condition (especially in the face of adversity and the pursuit of higher goals) are poignant and powerful. Highly recommend.