What does it take to be one of the world’s best high-altitude mountain
climbers? It takes raising funds for an expedition, negotiating some of the
world’s most dangerous countries, suffering freezing-cold bivouacs and
enduring the discomforts of high altitude. It also means learning the hard
lessons the mountains teach.
This book explores those lessons. Dubbed by Reinhold Messner, ‹The best high-
altitude climber in the world today.› Steve House’s story chronicles his
experiences in the worlds highest mountains, each chapter revealing a
different aspect of mountaineering.
Beyond the Mountain by Steve House describes what it takes to be one of the
world’s best high-altitude mountain climbers.
Paperback edit. 2011
No of Pages: 244
Page Size: 156 x 234 mm
Binding: Paperback
Illustrations: colour plates