Summary of the Book
Marathi translation of ‘The View From the Summit ‘. Life experiences of Edmond Hillary in his own words. The book shares his thrilling experiences during the Everest expedition and ventures like the expeditions to the South & North Pole on a Snow-Tractor, Jet-boat voyage from the Sea of Bengal to the place where the Holy Ganges originates. Plus autobiographical account of great tragedies in his personal life & his social activities. His special relationship with India and his tenure as a High Commissioner for New Zealand with the Indian Embassy (1985-89). Vignettes from Edmund Hillary’s personal photo collection is an added attraction.