The Higher They Climb
The story of a man driven to conquer Everest, and a view of the mountain’s transformation since his death there. nytimes.com |
Up the Mountain Slowly, Very Slowly
In the noble footsteps of the Chagga tribe and Michael Crichton, another pilgrim goes manfully up Kilimanjaro, the one big summit a mere mortal can reach on hands and knees. nytimes.com |
A 13-Year-Old TakesOn Everest, and Sets Off a Debate
Jordan Romero’s attempt to climb the world’s highest mountain has stimulated a rousing dialogue among climbers. nytimes.com |
Rep. Maloney’s Husband Dies on Tibet Trek
Clifton H. W. Maloney, 71, went to sleep in a base camp after reaching the summit of the Himalayan peak Cho Oyu and never woke up, according to a statement. nytimes.com |
Conquering 46-Part Goal, Peak by Icy Peak
For the Adirondack Winter Forty-Sixers, an elite group of mountain hikers, winter is the time to tackle the region’s 46 highest summits. nytimes.com |