Ghosts of K2
Narrated by Barnaby Edwards
- Released
- October 15, 2015
- Length
- 12 hrs 15 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Audible Studios
In Ghosts of K2, Mick Conefrey chronicles the perilous allure of K2, a mountain renowned for its treacherous climbs and daunting challenges. Following the early, dramatic stories of notable figures like Aleister Crowley and the Duke of Abruzzi, the narrative zeroes in on three pivotal expeditions—particularly the intense journeys led by the complex American climber Charlie Houston leading to the mountain’s first ascent in 1954. Drawing from exclusive interviews, diaries, and letters, this captivating account delves into the rich history and enduring legacy of the so-called 'Savage Mountain.'
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