The Everest Mystery - Sandy Irvine, George Mallory and the Truth Still Buried on Everest

The disappearance of George Mallory and Sandy Irvine, last seen still climbing close to the summit of Everest back in 1924, still has our attention. 

A new book by Irvine’s great-niece Julie Summers and mountaineering historian Jochen Hemmleb brings to life all the remarkable characters involved in the Everest attempt and describes the extraordinary feats of endurance and planning needed to survive the extreme conditions on this iconic mountain. 

The authors also examine whether the two men reached the summit, becoming the first to do so, or died on the ascent. Were their bodies seen by Chinese expeditions in 1960 and 1975? What can we learn from the discoveries of Mallory’s remains in 1999 and Sandy’s boot and foot in September 2024? 

Mallory was a renowned climber; Irvine was a daring young sportsman embarking on the greatest adventure of his life. The question of exactly what happened to them on that fateful day has fascinated people for more than a century. Julie and Jochen have written a gripping account of the 1924 expedition from Sandy’s perspective, challenging misconceptions regarding his role and the skills and knowledge of the two men.

An intriguing detective story, The Everest Mystery- Sandy Irvine, George Mallory and the Truth Still Buried on Everest is a moving account of men pushing themselves to their limits in an attempt to make history.

This summer why not get a copy to read and enjoy alongside an Everest Gin, each bottle crafted by the Adventurers Drinks Company, with a drop pf melted snow collected from the summit of Everest.