Cover of Annapurna

Annapurna

Narrated by Eileen Stevens

Length
9 hrs 59 mins
Format
Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher
Blackstone Publishing
In August 1978, a groundbreaking team of 13 women set out from San Francisco to conquer Annapurna I, the world's 10th highest peak, under the leadership of Arlene Blum. Their journey was fraught with challenges, including brutal weather, logistical hurdles, and internal team dynamics, culminating in both triumph and tragedy on the summit. This account uniquely highlights the strength and resilience of women in mountaineering, ultimately reshaping perceptions of female capabilities in sports and beyond. "Annapurna: A Woman's Place" stands as a powerful narrative of determination, courage, and the pioneering spirit of women climbers.

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