Climbing on the Himalaya and Other Mountain Ranges

A seasoned mountaineer takes listeners on a vivid tour of the early days of high‑altitude climbing, beginning with the broad sweep of Himalayan exploration before narrowing to his own expeditions toward the towering walls of Nanga Parbat and the remote Diamirai Pass. Through detailed sketches of valleys, glaciers and storm‑tossed camps, the narrative captures the raw challenges of navigating uncharted nullahs, the camaraderie of fellow climbers, and the awe inspired by sheer, untouched peaks.

The book widens its scope to compare these Asian giants with the rugged beauty of the Canadian Rockies, the classic crags of the Alps, and even the stark islands of Lofoten. Interwoven with anecdotes of prehistoric climbs in Britain and the lyrical reverie of Irish hills, each chapter offers a blend of practical observation and poetic reflection, inviting listeners to experience remote landscapes through the author’s careful eye and measured voice.