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Interview with Sir Edmund Hillary: Mountain Climbing

Sir Edmund Hillary
Interview with Sir Edmund Hillary: Mountain Climbing
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What if you were the first man on the top of the world? On May 29, 1953, Edmund Hillary scaled the peak of Mount Everest, becoming an instant celebrity. In honor of his achievement, he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II. In this interview with Howard Langer, Hillary discusses the Everest expedition as well as other topics, such as the merits of women climbers, the personality of an ideal climber, and the possibility of an abominable snowman. Liner notes include a transcription of the interview and general information about mountaineering.

Track Listing

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Introduction Sir Edmund Hillary 1:45
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Dangers of Mountain Climbing / Equipment / Techniques Sir Edmund Hillary 10:45
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The Everest Expedition Sir Edmund Hillary 2:29
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The Everest Expedition (continued): Manpower, Terrain, and the Final Assault Sir Edmund Hillary 8:17
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The Abominable Snowman / Women Mountain Climbers / Mountain Climbing Personalities Sir Edmund Hillary 8:40

Album Info

Catalog Number(s)

FW06102, FX 6102

Year(s) Released

1974

Label/Collection

Folkways Records

Country(s)

United Kingdom

Language(s)

English

Credit(s)

Edmund Sir Hillary - Artist
 Howard Langer - Producer
 Ronald Clyne - Designer
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