HILLARY, Edmund. Nothing Venture, Nothing Win. (Signed first edition)

New York: Coward, McCann & Geoghegan and Stoughton, 1975. pp. 319. First American edition. Navy buckram, title in gilt on spine. Signed on title page by Edmund Hillary. Fine in fine dust-jacket.

"Nothing Venture, Nothing Win" by Sir Edmund Hillary, published in 1975, is an inspiring autobiography by the legendary mountaineer who, alongside Tenzing Norgay, became the first to summit Mount Everest in 1953. The book chronicles Hillary's life, from his humble beginnings in New Zealand to his daring explorations of some of the world’s most challenging peaks. Hillary shares insights into his motivations, his love for adventure, and the physical and emotional challenges he faced. Beyond mountaineering, he discusses his philanthropic efforts in Nepal, helping build schools and hospitals for Sherpa communities. It’s a compelling story of courage and perseverance.

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