A Basque Spanish mountaineer, she achieved a historic first by becoming the initial woman to conquer all fourteen of the world's eight-thousanders. Her exceptional ascents at extreme altitudes showcase remarkable physical prowess and mental fortitude. The narratives emerging from her expeditions frequently delve into the boundaries of human endurance and the silent majesty of the planet's highest peaks. Her journey serves as an inspiration for those aspiring to push their own limits against formidable natural challenges.
On May 17, 2010, a 37-year-old Spaniard named Edurne Pasaban became the first woman to climb all fourteen peaks higher than 8,000 metres. This book covers her climbs on all the 8,000-metre peaks, some of which were almost cakewalks while others were climbed at great cost, including the loss of close friends