A Fire over Mount Everest: Everest Expedition History & Survival Narrative

Discover the untold, behind-the-scenes story of India’s historic 1984 Everest mission and Bachendri Pal’s legendary summit journey in this gripping survival narrative by renowned filmmaker and television presenter Siddharth Kak!

About the Book: Despite thousands of ascents, the mystique of Mount Everest remains an obsession, an inspiration, and a siren song that either makes you or breaks you. In 1984, the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) organized a landmark expedition to Everest, successfully placing Bachendri Pal—the first Indian woman and fifth woman in the world to reach the peak—along with four others on the summit. Yet, history books have left untold the dramatic, behind-the-scenes reality of that monumental climb. Noted filmmaker Siddharth Kak and his crew of four cameramen followed the expedition from day one, capturing every moment of loss, triumph, glory, distress, struggle, and human emotion. A Fire over Mount Everest springs from an incredible firsthand understanding of the mountain, revealing how Everest chooses who will climb it, the immense challenges it presents, and its current state of environmental stress.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Renowned Author: Written by celebrated filmmaker and media personality Siddharth Kak, who documented the historic expedition firsthand.

• Historic Milestone: Chronicles India's groundbreaking 1984 Everest mission and the inspiring journey of Bachendri Pal.

• Untold Behind-the-Scenes Realities: Goes beyond the public victory to reveal the struggles, camaraderie, politics, and survival challenges faced by the team.

• The Perfect Gift: An inspiring, thrilling present for mountaineering enthusiasts, history buffs, adventure seekers, and fans of true survival narratives.