First edition, first impression. Lavender cloth-covered boards with black lettering to spine. 8vo. Cloth a little rounded at corners and spine ends, slightly faded around spine and edges. Upper text block edge spotted, remaining edges slightly toned. Previous owner's name inked on the front paste down, hint of toning on endpapers, else internally neat and clean. Firmly bound. In its original illustrated dust wrapper, worn, rubbed and creased on edges, a little faded, shelf worn. Dust jacket in a removable, protective clear film sleeve.
One of the finest novels of mountaineering adventure, recounting the epic tale of five men and one women scaling the White Tower.
