Chasing Mallory’s Dream

The Race Between Britain and Germany to Climb the Himalayan Peaks

A gripping story of Himalayan climbing between the wars, one of the richest and most dramatic periods of mountaineering history.

This is a gripping book, full of flawed characters and philosophical questions, of nationalistic pride and humble heroism. Octavia Pollock, Country Life, August 26 2026

A very important addition to mountaineering literature.Jochen Hemmleb

An insight into the early days of mountaineering and the ways we confront challenges of body, mind and spirit. This book reminds us that while the summit may inspire us, it is the climb itself that truly matters. Conrad Anker

When George Mallory and Andrew Irvine disappeared on Mount Everest in 1924, the British nation mourned their loss. But soon, other mountaineers focused again on the challenge of climbing Everest or another major Himalayan peak. The Brit