Into the Silence

Winner of the 2012 Samuel Johnson prize, this compelling and expansive work explores the intertwined histories of the First World War, British mountaineering, and the quest for Everest. Wade Davis delves into the lives of climbers who faced extraordinary risks, shaped by their war experiences, as they sought to conquer the world's highest peak amid a backdrop of national trauma and hope. Through rich historical detail and personal stories, the book reflects on the enduring human drive to seek meaning and regeneration through daring adventure.