Into the Silence: The Great War, Mallory, and the Conquest of Everest
by Wade Davis
An account of the 1924 British Everest expedition, examining the impact of the Great War on Mallory and his team as they sought to reach the summit.
About This Book
Into the Silence explores the 1924 British expedition to climb Mount Everest, led by George Mallory.
The narrative places the climb within the broader context of the First World War and its profound effects on the men involved.
Drawing on letters, diaries, and archival sources, the book examines the motivations and experiences of the climbers.
It highlights the physical and psychological challenges faced during the attempt on the world's highest peak.
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