In 2006, the world's highest peak, Mount Everest, became the stage for its most controversial climbing season since 1996. Nick Heil's "Dark Summit" uncovers the shocking true events of that year, where the pursuit of the summit led to unprecedented ethical dilemmas and a record number of fatalities not caused by a single natural disaster, but by a confluence of environmental hazards and critical human choices.

Why You Should Read?

• Gain insight into the critical 2006 Everest climbing season, including the tragic story of David Sharp and the miraculous survival of Lincoln Hall.
• Explore the profound ethical questions faced by mountaineers at extreme altitudes, where the line between self-preservation and assisting others blurs.
• Understand the immense physical and psychological challenges of summiting Everest, beyond the romanticized view of adventure.
• Witness the human spirit tested against the backdrop of the world's most unforgiving environment.