Their chief concern is slowly ascending the mountain in order to better adjust their bodies to the altitude, which is literally an issue of life or death. Over the next several weeks, the group prepares for their climb. In contrast, he has a tense relationship with Beck Weathers, a tough Texan and Rush Limbaugh enthusiast. The journalist befriends several members of his group, such as Andy Harris, a guide, and Doug Hansen, a fellow client and postal worker back home.
Krakauer is climbing with Adventure Consultants, a commercial group led by experienced climber Rob Hall. After being assigned to write a brief piece about the mountain for Outside magazine, Krakauer manages to convince his bosses to fund a full-fledged expedition to the top. Journalist Jon Krakauer is looking to fulfill a childhood ambition by finally climbing Mount Everest.
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