Alive in the Death Zone

The inspiring story for young readers of a man who was left for dead on Mount Everest ... and survived.

Alive in the Death Zone is one man's story of survival against all odds using sheer willpower, courage and determination. Lincoln Hall's story of climbing the world's highest mountain, being left for dead near the summit and his subsequent return to life and safety is an incredible and exciting adventure that will inspire anyone who reads it.

Early chapters give young readers and insight into how and why people climb mountains, as well as Lincoln's early passion for climbing and the influences that led to his quest to climb the world's highest peak. The spotlight then turns to his 2006 expedition when Lincoln finally realised his lifelong dream, reaching the summit of Everest. Only hours later his family and the world would be told he had suffered a fatal case of cerebral oedema during his descent and had been left for dead.

Miraculously, after spending a perilous night on a knife-edge crest in the Death Zone (the zone on Everest above 8000m), he was found alive the next morning and began his grueling descent confronting more dangers before he reached safety. The incredible story of his survival made headline news worldwide. Frostbite claimed Lincoln's fingers and toes and he lost nearly twenty kilograms during his ordeal but his remarkable recovery and rehabilitation enabled him to write the best-selling adult book of his journey Dead Lucky and now this amazing full-colour photographic children's edition, Alive in the Death Zone.

This book is a powerful non-fiction story for 10+ boys to share with their fathers, grandfathers and significant adventurers. The fresh and accessible internal design includes fascinating break-out boxes and detailed captions that enhance this very personal story. There are maps of Lincoln's major climbs and a magnificent endpaper map of the Himalayas all set off by 90 stunning full-colour photographs, many from Lincoln's private collection.

Lincoln Hall is one of Australia's best known mountaineers whose climbing career spans three decades. His high-altitude climbing achievements culminated in his key role in the first Australian ascent of Mt Everest in 1984. The subsequent book, White Limbo, was an international bestseller. Lincoln resides with his wife Barbara and their two teenage sons in Wentowrth Falls. Alive in the Death Zone is Lincoln's first book for children.

Alive in the Death Zone
Random House
Author: Lincoln Hall
ISBN: 9781741663372
Price: $29.95