A first edition, first printing published by Hodder and Stoughton in 1953. A near fine (or better) book SIGNED without dedication by both Sir Edmund Hillary and Sir Charles Evans to the front endpaper (small sticker residue to the top of the page). In a near fine unclipped wrapper with a small closed tear to the top of the front panel. A little rubbed to the extremities. Rare signed by both the leader and deputy leader of the expedition. Seller Inventory # 18610

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Title: The Ascent of Everest - First UK Edition ...

Publisher: London Hodder and Stoughton 1953

Publication Date: 1953

Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included

Signed: Signed by Author(s)

Edition: 1st Edition

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