The Climb: Tragic Ambitions on Everest Topics for Discussion

Anatoli Boukreev
This Study Guide consists of approximately 29 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of The Climb.

The Climb: Tragic Ambitions on Everest Topics for Discussion

Anatoli Boukreev
This Study Guide consists of approximately 29 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of The Climb.
This section contains 103 words
(approx. 1 page at 400 words per page)
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What is Boukreev's motivation for writing "The Climb?"

Is Boukreev convincing in his refutation of Jon Krakauer?

How does Boukreev's assessment of his own personality compare with the ones offered by his clients?

Does Boukreev share in the blame for what happened on the mountain?

How does the commercialization of high altitude climbing affect the safety of climbers, according to the authors?

Discuss the authors' decision to present the book in separate passages written by each one. Is it an effective technique? Why or why not?

What lessons does Boukreev learn from his experience with Mountain Madness?

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