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At the Top of the World: The greatest mountains on Earth (and how to climb them)
The summit is what drives us, but the climb itself is what matters.

This gorgeous compendium explores eight of the world’s greatest mountains across all its continents: Everest, Matterhorn, Chimborazo, Fuji, Kilimanjaro, Denali, Puncak Jaya and Vinson Massif. Discover the fascinating stories of the mountains’ formation, their unique ecosystems, the mythologies of their local populations and the legendary tales of their conquest. Each chapter includes a breakdown of the best route to the summit and the dangers one might face on the way. 

Concise, accessible texts by Robin Jacobs (Earth-Shattering Events, Cicada 2019) provide further information about mountain terminology, knot tying and climbing gear, making this a must-have for any budding explorer or climbing enthusiast. Dynamic, vintage-inflected illustrations by Ed J Brown (Epic Animal Journeys, Cicada 2022), bring the book to life, capturing a spirit of adventure and taking young readers on an awe-inspiring expedition to the top of the world.

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At the Top of the World: The greatest mountains on Earth (and how to climb them)
The summit is what drives us, but the climb itself is what matters.

This gorgeous compendium explores eight of the world’s greatest mountains across all its continents: Everest, Matterhorn, Chimborazo, Fuji, Kilimanjaro, Denali, Puncak Jaya and Vinson Massif. Discover the fascinating stories of the mountains’ formation, their unique ecosystems, the mythologies of their local populations and the legendary tales of their conquest. Each chapter includes a breakdown of the best route to the summit and the dangers one might face on the way. 

Concise, accessible texts by Robin Jacobs (Earth-Shattering Events, Cicada 2019) provide further information about mountain terminology, knot tying and climbing gear, making this a must-have for any budding explorer or climbing enthusiast. Dynamic, vintage-inflected illustrations by Ed J Brown (Epic Animal Journeys, Cicada 2022), bring the book to life, capturing a spirit of adventure and taking young readers on an awe-inspiring expedition to the top of the world.

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At the Top of the World: The greatest mountains on Earth (and how to climb them)

At the Top of the World: The greatest mountains on Earth (and how to climb them)

At the Top of the World: The greatest mountains on Earth (and how to climb them)

At the Top of the World: The greatest mountains on Earth (and how to climb them)

Overview

The summit is what drives us, but the climb itself is what matters.

This gorgeous compendium explores eight of the world’s greatest mountains across all its continents: Everest, Matterhorn, Chimborazo, Fuji, Kilimanjaro, Denali, Puncak Jaya and Vinson Massif. Discover the fascinating stories of the mountains’ formation, their unique ecosystems, the mythologies of their local populations and the legendary tales of their conquest. Each chapter includes a breakdown of the best route to the summit and the dangers one might face on the way. 

Concise, accessible texts by Robin Jacobs (Earth-Shattering Events, Cicada 2019) provide further information about mountain terminology, knot tying and climbing gear, making this a must-have for any budding explorer or climbing enthusiast. Dynamic, vintage-inflected illustrations by Ed J Brown (Epic Animal Journeys, Cicada 2022), bring the book to life, capturing a spirit of adventure and taking young readers on an awe-inspiring expedition to the top of the world.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781800660472
Publisher: Cicada Books
Publication date: 10/22/2024
Pages: 88
Product dimensions: 9.06(w) x 11.42(h) x 0.00(d)
Age Range: 8 - 12 Years

About the Author

Robin Jacobs is a British children’s television writer and author. She has an undergraduate degree in Earth Sciences and her previous books include Earth-Shattering Events (Cicada, 2019), The Mellons Build a House (Cicada, 2023) and All About Flags (Cicada, 2024). She is passionate about environmental issues surrounding climate change. 

Ed J Brown is a British illustrator and writer living in Leipzig, Germany. His striking, humour-packed illustrations have featured in Reader's Digest, Anorak Magazine and Aquila Magazine. He is the author of Epic Animal Journeys (Cicada, 2022).

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