Everest, 9781838741457
Paperback
More than climbs: Discover Everest’s ancient origins, nature, and mythology.

$35.18

  • Paperback

    80 pages

  • Release Date

    2 February 2023

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Summary

Everest: A Mountain of Majesty

Mount Everest, the world’s most famous mountain, draws hundreds to its summit annually, retracing the steps of Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay. But beyond the climbers lies a deeper story. Through stylish illustrations, this book uncovers Everest’s ancient origins, the diverse flora and fauna that call its slopes home, and the captivating mythology of Sagarmatha, the Goddess of the Sky.

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781838741457
ISBN-10:1838741453
Series:Earth's Incredible Places
Author:Sangma Francis, Lisk Feng
Publisher:Flying Eye Books
Imprint:Flying Eye Books
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:80
Release Date:2 February 2023
Weight:374g
Dimensions:290mm x 232mm
What They're Saying

Critics Review

This is a wonderful, beautiful book with all the trademark elements of Flying Eye Books’ high-quality, original non-fiction books for children, which all have the right level of accessible, interesting text, presented clearly, alongside exemplary design and illustration. – BookTrustThis beautifully illustrated guide to Everest reveals the mountain’s ancient origins, its flora and fauna, and the mythology of Sagarmatha, the Goddess of the Sky. – The BooksellerMy most recommended non-fiction series for educators (.) these stunningly produced and incredibly engaging non-fiction texts are perfect for curious minds and class libraries. – @mrsbrownsbookbox on Instagram

About The Author

Sangma Francis

Sangma Francis is a children’s book writer of non-fiction and fiction. She is the author of Everest, which was selected ‘Outstanding Science Book’ by the Children’s Book Council (2019), and received a special mention at the Bologna Ragazzi Awards 2019. Sangma has worked with Thames and Hudson, Tate Books, Little Gestalten and Phaidon.

Lisk Feng is an award-winning illustrator from China, who works as a freelance illustrator in New York. She graduated from MFA Illustration Practice from Maryland institute College of Art in 2014, and has received awards from the Society of Illustrators and Communication Arts, among others. Clients include The New York Times, Monocle, Time Out and HSBC.

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