The summit is what drives us, but the climb is what counts. This is a wonderful atlas of eight of the world's greatest mountains, on all continents: Everest, Fuji, Matterhorn, Kilimanjaro, Denali, Puncak Jaya, Chimborazo, and Mount Vinson Massif. Refined and accessible texts by Robin Jacobs explain the geography of each mountain, its flora and fauna, the history of its conquest, tales from local populations, and indigenous myths, as well as how to climb them. The routes to the summit are explained, along with the challenges one faces on each mountain. Additional chapters provide information on how mountains are formed, climbing terms, how to tie knots, and what to do in case of an avalanche. Ideal for any young explorer or climbing enthusiast!