by Ralston, Aron.
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Published by : Atria Books, (New York :) Physical details: xiii, 354 p., [16] p. of plates : col. ill., maps ; 25 cm. Subject(s): Ralston, Aron. | Rock climbing accidents --Canyonlands National Park (Utah) | Survival skills. | Survival after airplane accidents, shipwrecks, etc. | Mountaineers --United States --Biography. Year : 2004
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01. English Non Fiction
| Location | Collection | Call Number | Status | Date Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlottetown Rural High School | Up Front | 796.52 RAL | Available |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 353).
A mountaineer who survived a near-fatal accident by amputating his arm when it became trapped behind a boulder in Utah describes how he endured five days of hypothermia, dehydration, and hallucinations before managing his own rescue.