Annapurna Premier 8000
Author(s):
Herzog, Maurice
Copyright: 1951, Arthaud, Paris
Specifications: 1st, 8vo, pp.300, photo frontis, 37 bw photos, sketch, 2 maps (1 color fldg), wraps w/ dj
Condition: dj rubbed, 1” tear back, good+, wraps w/ small tear to back, tight, vg
The first ascent of an 8000-metre peak. Herzog led the successful 1950 French expedition which placed himself and Louis Lachenal on the summit, although they suffered severe frostbite. This French edition has a few more photos than the English ‘Annapurna’. Neate H74, Perret 2236, Yak H176.