"In the Zone: Epic Survival Stories" by Peter Potterfield 1st/1st HC/DJ 1996

Description: "In the Zone: Epic Survival Stories from the Mountaineering World" was written by Peter Potterfield and published by The Mountaineers in Seattle, WA in 1996. This is a hardcover, first edition, first printing of this absorbing 270-page collection of three improbable but true survival tales, featuring black-and-white photographs and maps of the dramatic mountain rescues involved. The original price as shown on the dustjacket front flap was $22.95. From the rear cover reviews: " 'In the Zone' is a compelling and somewhat troubling look at the dark side of mountaineering."--John Krakauer And from the dustjacket blurb: " 'In the Zone' is a masterful account of three extraordinary humans and a fascinating depicture of the struggle for survival in the mountaineering world. . . . One narrative depicts Scott Fischer and partner Ed Viesturs' experience on K2, where they battled brutal weather, injuries and one failed summit attempt in a 52-day ordeal. "Another story relates Colby Coombs' disastrous episode on Alaska's Mount Foraker where he is nearly killed in an avalanche, loses his climbing partners, and is forced to descend the mountain in a five-day journey with extreme injuries and seemingly insurmountable obstacles. "Potterfield tells his own tale of survival on Chimney Rock in the North Cascades, where falls from a rock face, suffering broken bones and excruciating pain. Stranded for thirty grueling hours on a narrow ledge, Potterfield struggles to stay awake to keep him from tumbling another 7,500 feet. The unique story of his rescue is a first in mountaineering literature." The book is in fine, collectible condition, with no torn or bent pages, no scratches, stains or inscriptions, no remainder marks, no price-clipping, no bookplate, no ex-library, no book club edition, no flaws of any sort. It is as new. The dustjacket is in equally fine shape and is protected in a clear and removable archival cover. Please see the photos for a fuller description and author profile. BLK BOX 34 PLEASE SEE THE OTHER TITLES NOW LISTED IN MY EBAY STORE: DISTANT VOYAGE BOOKSPAYPAL PREFERREDWill combine shipping.All items are well packed and are normally mailed within two days of payment being received.My 100% feedback rating is valuable to me. If you are satisfied with a transaction, please leave feedback and I will do the same.Questions welcome. Additional photographs on request.Note: Scrolling through my listings will locate books in these and many other categories:Animals; Art & Architecture; Biography; Children’s; Collecting & Collectibles; Entertainment, Film & Theater; Fiction; Food & Drink; Gardening; History; Military; Music; Natural History; Nautical; Photography; Science & Technology; Travel; Space; Sports; Transportation. New Listings added almost daily.

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Book Title: In the Zone: Epic Survival Stories

Narrative Type: Nonfiction

Publisher: The Mountaineers

Modified Item: No

Subject: Sports & Recreation

Publication Year: 1996

Format: Hardcover

Language: English

Special Attributes: 1st Edition

Author: Peter Potterfield

Features: 1st Edition

Genre: Adventure, Biographies & True Stories

Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

Topic: Mountaineering--Accidents, Alaska--Mount Fouraker, Chimney Rock--Northern Cascades, K2--Mountaineering--Climbing, Survival--Anecdotes--Mountaineering, Climbing

Subjects: Biographies & True Stories