Climbing on the Himalaya and Other Mountain Ranges

"Climbing on the Himalaya and Other Mountain Ranges" by J. Norman Collie is an adventurous account that combines personal experiences with the historical context of mountaineering, especially focusing on the exploration of the towering Himalayan peaks and other mountain ranges. The book explores both Collie's adventures and the hurdles faced by climbers as they dared to approach these magnificent landscapes. It starts with an overview of mountaineering in the Himalaya, emphasizing its great appeal and also the many unexplored routes. Collie thinks about the difficulties and risks involved in traveling into the Himalayas while also mentioning the great feelings that climbers have from conquering dangerous mountains. He lets us know his reasons for being a mountain climber, and highlights both the mental and physical characteristics needed for these difficult journeys, setting the stage for his later journeys to Nanga Parbat.