Accidents in North American Mountaineering 1977

This annual investigative publication provides detailed reports of climbing accidents that occurred during the year. Analyses of what went wrong in each situation gives experienced and beginning mountaineers the opportunity to learn from other climbers' mistakes. From inadequate protection, clothing, or equipment to inexperience, poor judgment, or simple ignorance, the errors recorded in this book are invaluable safety lessons for all climbers. (Numerous back issues are available!)