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

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

This is a gorgeous atlas of eight of the world's greatest mountains on all its continents:

• Everest - Nepal

• Pucak Jaya - Indonesia

• Fuji - Japan

• Matterhorn - Switzerland

• Kilimanjaro - Tanzania

• Denali - Alaska

• Chimborazo - Ecuador

• Vinson Massif - Antarctica.

Clear, accessible texts by Robin Jacobs break down the geography of each mountain, its flora and fauna, the history of its conquest, tales of local populations and mythologies, and finally, how best to climb them. The routes to the summit are explained as are the individual climbing challenges posed by each mountain.

Further chapters provide information on how mountains are formed, climbing terms, how to tie knots, what to do in case of an avalanche and important climbing gear.

With dynamic, vintage-inflected illustrations by Ed J Brown (* Epic Animal Journeys,* Cicada 2022), this is a book that captures the majesty of mountains and a spirit of adventure that will appeal to budding explorers and climbing enthusiasts alike.