My Old Man and the Mountain: A Memoir Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Leif Whittaker (Author), Eric Michael Summerer (Narrator), Tantor Audio (Publisher)

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In 1963, the world followed the first American Mount Everest Expedition, and watched as "Big Jim" Whittaker became the first American to stand on top of the world. He returned home a hero.

My Old Man and the Mountain is Leif Whittaker's engaging and humorous story of what it was like to "grow up Whittaker" - the youngest son of Jim Whittaker and Dianne Roberts, in an extended family of accomplished climbers. He shares glimpses of his upbringing and how the pressure to climb started early on. Listeners learn of his first adventures with family in the Olympic Mountains and on Mount Rainier; his close yet at times competitive relationship with his brother Joss; his battle with a serious back injury; and his efforts to stand apart from his father's legacy.

With wry honesty he depicts being a recent college grad, still living in his parents' home and trying to find a purpose in life-digging ditches, building houses, selling t-shirts to tourists - until a chance encounter leads to the opportunity to climb Everest, just like his father did.

Listening Length

10 hours and 11 minutes
Author

Leif Whittaker
Narrator

Eric Michael Summerer
Audible release date

29 September 2020
Language

English
Publisher

Tantor Audio
ASIN

B08KCGJ71D
Version

Unabridged
Program Type

Audiobook
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Listening Length	10 hours and 11 minutes
Author	Leif Whittaker
Narrator	Eric Michael Summerer
Audible.in Release Date	29 September 2020
Publisher	Tantor Audio
Program Type	Audiobook
Version	Unabridged
Language	English
ASIN	B08KCGJ71D

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Canada Travel Junkie

A wonderful read!

Reviewed in Canada on 4 July 2020

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Having followed the senior Whittakers for years, I found it a real treat to read Leif's story. The book is well written and entertaining.

Nomdeploom

A climber who can write! Excellent read.

Reviewed in the United States on 10 June 2020

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I really enjoyed this book. It helps that I've been a climber for over 50 years, including organizing and leading high-altitude expeditions. However, the book is so well written, and is such a good story coming from the perspective of one of Jim Whitaker's sons, that I can recommend it to anyone who enjoys an armchair adventure. I will probably keep this in my library to read again. I can't say that for many books.

Painter

Scary Mountain, Loving Memoir

Reviewed in the United States on 17 November 2016

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I read mountain climbing books the way others read horror stories, to scare my pants off. I am not a climber and only a hiker of easy trails but I love this book. It did the job of scaring me but it also was a loving memoir and tribute from a son to his larger than life father. I have read other mountain climbing books, some with more drama, but I particularly love the way Leif juxtaposes his father's historic 1963 climb with the present day climb.

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Scandia Woman

I climbed with them

Reviewed in the United States on 25 March 2018

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I was sucked into this gripping story from page 1 and never let go. Leif is able to paint a crystal picture of his experience - the raging weather challenges, the sheer terror of the climb, the horror stepping over and around dead comrades, the glory of the accomplishment. An amazing story I was unable to put down. I've never climbed nor had any desire to, but I admire those with the patience, persistence and tenacity who do. Great read.

Joy

Honestly

Reviewed in the United States on 16 April 2017

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I loved the honesty in this incredibly well written book. It's evocative content takes the reader on an adventure from the perspective of a highly likable guy who is just plain open about how he feels. After reading you almost feel as if Leif is a buddy you've known for years. I know I'm thankful he's alive and able to have shared his and his family's story with me.

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