Annapurna: A Woman's Place

Wonderful story and writing. Great climbing book great book for all

Outstanding story about the all-women's Annapurna climb.

Outstanding. I am an avid reader and this story and writer's style is pure enjoyment. Arlene Blum has a gift for telling a story. The story itself is fascinating. I will keep this book to read again and will seek out other books by Ms. Blum.

The most through and detailed account of a "true adventure" related by an author who is one of the greatest ecological professionals of our time.Truly a must read for anyone concerned about the environment.

This amazing book tells the story of the first all woman's expedition up Annapurna. At the time it was written no-one would support such a trip because they didn’t believe it was possible for women to be mountaineers.Surprise Surprise....Its well written and enables you to feel a part of the story itself. I highly recommend reading this book for anyone, man or woman, mountaineer or bedside reader.

Most of time I was awed by the courage and determination these women showed in their quest to be the first American women to climb to the summit of Annapurna, but sometimes I was annoyed that they were not well-versed in the culture of the people of Nepal and so were sometimes overwhelmed by the demands of the Sherpas. I appreciated getting to know the members of the team as well as the Sherpas and how they related to the author. I do believe the author assumed that only other mountain climbers would read this book, so she did not explain some of the terms she used, as well as what some of the equipment was used for. The map and pictures were really helpful in visualizing the climb and the extreme conditions they faced.

This book was so amazing!!! My teacher in school wanted me to read this book, and I am so glad she did. Definitely recommend.

Bought this book after learning of the "A Woman's Place is on Top" logo from the recent North Face t-shirt designs. I loved it. Great recount of what these brave women endured and overcame in order to have a somewhat successful expedition. Highly recommend.

This book was written by the leader of the all woman expedition. Their main challenge seemed to be the Sherpas, who did not always respect them and thought of themselves not as a support system but as climbers themselves who wanted to summit. And their manipulating of the women for extra money and equipment slowed down the 2 summit bids. This in my estimation led to the tragedy at the final summit push. The book was written with great attention to detail, allowing the reader to actually be there! A book I will enjoy reading again!

I really loved reading about this incredible adventure. The author is open about the different problems encountered mostly her doughts and fears.

GREAT book about mountain climbing, in particular women's expedition climbing and organization. Learn what Annapurna is all about and be astounded that this group summited.

Excellent product and service

Looking forward to reading this book but the back cover and last few pages appear to have been slashed with a Stanley knife when being unpacked from a box at the warehouse. Luckily it’s not a present for someone.