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Book Synopsis: "The perfect follow-up to Krakauer's riveting account of a perfect storm."--Miami Herald
"Kodas's absorbing description of the narrow moral compass governing human interaction at the top of the world is bound to shock both armchair adventurers and seasoned mountaineers."--Chicago Tribune
"(Kodas) discovered more deceit, thievery, and double-crossing among his climbers than you find in a Martin Scorsese gangster film. High Crimes is both an adventure story and an exposé of a sport riddled with danger and corruption."--Washington Post Book World
"Kodas's descriptions of the struggles confronting even the best-prepared climbers leave the reader breathless."--Dallas Morning News
"[High Crimes] is hair-raising and lays bare the excitement and fear that face great explorers at the top of the world. . . . Well written, and as deftly plotted as the finest mystery novel, Kodas brings to life a disturbing picture of society at high altitude."--Austin Chronicle
"Kodas does an excellent job exposing the ways in which money and ego have corrupted the traditional cultures of both mountaineers and their Sherpa guides. . . . His narrative is as hard to turn away from as a slow-motion train wreck."--Publishers Weekly
High Crimes is journalist Michael Kodas's gripping account of life on top of the world--where man is every bit as deadly as Mother Nature.
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Experience the thrill of adventure and uncover shocking truths with High Crimes: The Fate of Everest in an Age of Greed. This riveting follow-up to Krakauer's renowned book takes you on a journey unlike any other. Michael Kodas deftly exposes the dark underbelly of mountaineering, revealing a world riddled with deceit, thievery, and double-crossing. Brace yourself for a breathtaking tale that will leave you on the edge of your seat.
Step into the treacherous world of Everest, where climbers face countless obstacles and unexpected dangers. Kodas's mesmerizing descriptions will transport you to the highest altitudes, making you feel as if you're right there alongside these fearless explorers. Find yourself fully immersed in the struggles and triumphs of those who venture into the unknown. Prepare to be awestruck as you witness the overwhelming strength of the human spirit.
But High Crimes goes beyond being a gripping adventure story. It exposes the dark truth behind the world of mountaineering. Kodas brilliantly uncovers the ways in which money and ego have corrupted the traditional cultures of both climbers and their Sherpa guides. Get ready to have your eyes opened to the shocking reality hidden behind the allure of the summit.
Don't miss out on this thrilling account that has captivated readers and critics alike. High Crimes is a hair-raising exposé that will make your heart race with excitement and fear. With its deft plotting and masterful storytelling, Kodas brings to life a disturbing picture of society at high altitude. Let the pages of this book be your gateway to uncovering the dark secrets of Everest.
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