Attack On Everest

Attack on Everest by Hugh Ruttledge is a firsthand account of the 1933 British Mount Everest Expedition, led by Ruttledge. The book describes the planning, challenges, and experiences of the climbers as they attempted to reach the summit through the North Col route in Tibet. It highlights the extreme weather, physical hardships, logistics of high-altitude climbing, and the crucial role of Sherpas. Although the summit was not reached, the expedition made valuable progress in Himalayan mountaineering knowledge and future Everest attempts.