A review by kristi_starr35
The Moth and the Mountain: A True Story of Love, War, and Everest by Ed Caesar

4.0

A fascinating story of human will. I'm a sucker for outdoor / adventure stories and this one didn't disappoint. You'll meet an extremely eccentric individual with a determined, individualist streak and a goal that required defiance of multiple governing bodies and their attempts to stop him. Learn about the early days of flying, the Great War, and the history of Everest expeditions. If you have any knowledge of the preparation that goes into today's summit attempts, you'll recognize the sheer lunacy (or naïveté) of Wilson's adventure. Still, for anyone who has ever dreamed of being the first to accomplish a seemingly impossible task, you'll be cheering for him as he seeks to banish demons and become the first man to conquer Everest solo.