Defying Death in the Mountains
Mountains have a harsh climate that is a deadly challenge for even the hardiest of humans. This dramatically illustrated book presents true stories of survival in the extreme conditions of the peaks, including terrain, temperatures, and altitudes.
* Reviews *
Series Review: Graphic Survival Stories"Reluctant readers and fans of survival and adventure stories will eat this series up. With many connections to more in-depth books about some of these survival tales, this series would be a wonderful addition to most collections."
--Library Media Connection
Series Review: Graphic Survival Stories
"...the high-impact stories will be of interest to reluctant readers."
--School Library Journal
Series Review: Graphic Survival Stories
"...While these are survival stories, and the outcome therefore isn't in doubt, the details are gruesome enough to attract readers who enjoy the extreme--for example, many of the protagonists in the comic-book-style tales satisfy their need for water by drinking fresh animal blood. The only instance of cannibalism (in Sea) is given a much lighter touch. More visceral thrills than how-to references, these grisly depictions of harrowing experiences will entertain."
--School Library Journal
