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A Life on the Edge: Memoirs of Everest and Beyond

Jim Whittaker
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There have been many “firsts” in Jim Whittaker's life. He was the first North American to summit Mount Everest. As the first manager and employee, and ultimately the CEO, of fledgling Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), he guided the company through years of record-setting growth. He guided Bobby Kennedy up the newly named Mount Kennedy, helping him to become the first person to summit the Canadian peak. He lead the first and only International Peace Climb, which put climbers from the U.S., Russia, and China on the summit of Everest in the name of world peace.

Contrary to what many people might think, Jim Whittaker's career neither began nor culminated with that famous first ascent of Everest. His achievement on Everest and his many successes before and after are, rather, the natural outcome of a life driven by a passion for outdoor adventure combined with strong leadership qualities and a commitment to making a difference. In A Life on the Edge, readers will discover a true hero-someone who inspires others to seek challenges in their own lives.

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Edition:
Anniversary Edition
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eng
ISBN10:
1594856664
ISBN13:
9781594856662
kindle Asin:
B00CDTMNBK

A Life on the Edge: Memoirs of Everest and Beyond

Jim Whittaker
4.04/5 (507 ratings)
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There have been many “firsts” in Jim Whittaker's life. He was the first North American to summit Mount Everest. As the first manager and employee, and ultimately the CEO, of fledgling Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), he guided the company through years of record-setting growth. He guided Bobby Kennedy up the newly named Mount Kennedy, helping him to become the first person to summit the Canadian peak. He lead the first and only International Peace Climb, which put climbers from the U.S., Russia, and China on the summit of Everest in the name of world peace.

Contrary to what many people might think, Jim Whittaker's career neither began nor culminated with that famous first ascent of Everest. His achievement on Everest and his many successes before and after are, rather, the natural outcome of a life driven by a passion for outdoor adventure combined with strong leadership qualities and a commitment to making a difference. In A Life on the Edge, readers will discover a true hero-someone who inspires others to seek challenges in their own lives.

Format:
Pages:
pages
Publication:
Publisher:
Edition:
Anniversary Edition
Language:
eng
ISBN10:
1594856664
ISBN13:
9781594856662
kindle Asin:
B00CDTMNBK

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