For me, the best books on Alpinism describe those who have genuinely pushed the boundaries of what is possible. Successful mountaineering literature, however, must do more than just transport the ...

Mountaineering is used interchangeably with mountain climbing, alpine climbing, and alpinism. It's the sport of hiking and ...

A thought for Mauro Franceschini, Antonella Gallo, Antonella Gerini and Fabrizio Recchia who yesterday, Thursday 16/02/17, lost their lives when the icefall Bonne année collapsed in Valle di Gressoney ...

This is unsurprising as the jury, presided by the Slovenian all-time ace of alpinism Andrej Stremfelj, was absolutely authoritative. Nevertheless, this decision failed to brush aside the doubts which ...

It took him one day each, from Base Camp to Base Camp. As an IFMGA guide, he has led groups and taught alpinism in the Alps, ...

George Mallory's last words, including his final letter to his wife, Ruth, are now available to read online through his alma ...