Into Thin Air

The book I've been reading this week is Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer. It details an expedition to the top of Mt. Everest and the tragedy that befalls them. So far, Krakauer has outlined the previous expeditions and the history of Everest discovery, and first ascent. He then began his own expedition to the top with multiple other people whom he does not know, to write about the experience for a magazine. Although this is a tough mountain he details his prior climbing experience's in climbing and why he thinks he is qualified. He then begins his ascent to the peak with his climbing group, and so far they have just gotten above base camp. Obviously, one knows who dies and lives, but it is interesting to get to know the characters before they fall to their ultimate death. Krakauer only trusts a few, which may be part of the reason there was such a tragedy. Guess I'll find out more next time!