The Two Year Mountain - A Journey of Adventure and Discovery

When it comes to travel literature, few books can rival the captivating storytelling and exhilarating adventures found in The Two Year Mountain by Bradt Travel Guides. This remarkable memoir takes readers on a thrilling journey that spans two years and explores the breathtaking landscapes and rich cultures of mountain regions around the world.

Unveiling The Two Year Mountain

The Two Year Mountain is a highly acclaimed travel narrative written by renowned mountaineer and travel writer, Bradt. Inspired by a life-long fascination with mountains, Bradt embarks on a two-year odyssey that transports readers to the heart of some of the most awe-inspiring and challenging destinations on Earth.

The book takes us on Bradt's personal journey, filled with both triumphs and tribulations, as he conquers towering peaks, navigates treacherous landscapes, and immerses himself in the varied cultures found in mountain communities. With each chapter, Bradt's descriptive prose vividly paints pictures of snow-capped summits, cascading waterfalls, and quaint villages that stir the imagination and evoke a sense of wanderlust.

The Two Year Mountain (Bradt Travel Guides (Travel Literature))

by Phil Deutschle(Kindle Edition)

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	9521 KB
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Print length	:	380 pages
Item Weight	:	9.9 ounces
Dimensions	:	4.8 x 0.79 x 7.2 inches
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Exploring the World's Majestic Mountains

The Two Year Mountain chronicles Bradt's encounters with the Himalayas, the Andes, the Rockies, and the Atlas Mountains, as well as lesser-known mountain ranges that dot the globe. Through his eyes, readers are transported to remote corners of the world, from the charming hill stations of India to the rugged trails of South America, and from the awe-inspiring landscapes of Canada to the hidden gems of North Africa.

Bradt's deep love for mountains shines through on every page, as he shares his unquenchable thirst for adventure and his unwavering determination to conquer new heights. His encounters with locals, fellow climbers, and indigenous communities provide readers with fascinating insights into the cultures and traditions that thrive in these mountainous regions.

An Inspiring Adventure of Self-Discovery

As Bradt takes readers along on his extraordinary journey, The Two Year Mountain becomes not just a travelogue but also a profound story of self-discovery. It explores the physical and mental challenges of mountaineering, the indomitable human spirit, and the transformative power of embracing the unknown.

Through his encounters with adversity and personal reflections, Bradt delves into themes of resilience, determination, and the pursuit of dreams. His writing encapsulates the essence of adventure travel, inspiring readers to step out of their comfort zones and explore the hidden wonders of our planet.

The Two Year Mountain - A Must-Read for Travel Enthusiasts

Whether you're an armchair traveler, an aspiring mountaineer, or someone seeking inspiration for your next adventure, The Two Year Mountain is a book that will captivate your imagination and ignite your passion for exploration.

Bradt's beautiful prose, combined with his heartfelt storytelling, creates an immersive reading experience that transports readers to the heart of mountains the world over. The book's meticulously researched details and unique insights make it an invaluable resource for those planning their own mountain expeditions.

So, if you're ready to embark on a literary adventure that will take you to towering peaks, hidden valleys, and enchanting cultures, grab a copy of The Two Year Mountain by Bradt Travel Guides. Get ready to be enthralled by a journey unlike any other!

The Two Year Mountain (Bradt Travel Guides (Travel Literature))

by Phil Deutschle(Kindle Edition)

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	9521 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	380 pages
Item Weight	:	9.9 ounces
Dimensions	:	4.8 x 0.79 x 7.2 inches
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE

With his life literally hanging from a slender rope over a crevasse near the top of a Himalayan mountain, a young man relives in his mind a relentless two-year physical and spiritual test as a Peace Corps volunteer in a remote mountain village of Nepal.Combining the elements of adventure story, travel log, and personal confession, this absorbing account describes a wrenching experience that belies the idealistic expectations of many Peace Corps volunteers.Following a two-year stint as a science and mathematics teacher in a Nepalese village, Phil Deutschle sets off alone on a three-month expedition to conquer Pharchamo, 20,580 feet high, which has claimed several lives and is his final goal in the Himalayas.This trek forms the framework of the book, and into it Deutschle weaves the story of his experiences over the previous two years in a series of sharply etched, swiftly moving, often humorous anecdotes.Deutschle is not starry-eyed about Nepal and its people or, least of all, about the mission of the Peace Corps. He vividly describes events that are both horrible and poignant: being charged by a rhinoceros, the awful fascination of watching a corpse burn on a funeral pyre, the struggle to save a child's life, scaling a Himalayan peak higher than Mount McKinley (the highest mountain in North America). Despite his difficulties, he steels himself to stay one year, then the full two years, and, imperceptibly, grows so attached to the village that he leaves it in tears.Mourning the "small death" of his departure, confused about his identity as an American, and feeling more alienated than before, he sets off on a final, reckless, solo climb of Mount Pharchamo, hardly caring whether he survives. Apathetic from lack of oxygen and from his own malaise and only when his life literally hangs on a slender rope, does he overcome despair and make a gigantic effort to save himself.The two parts of the book - the emotional challenge of the village and physical challenge of the climb - come together in a triumphant affirmation of life.A native Californian, Phil Deutschle is currently teaching handicapped children in Denmark.The Two Year Mountain was originally published by Bradt in 1986 and remains as relevant to the spirit of exploration and real, raw travel writing today as it was then.