☆☆☆ In memory of the man who inspired me to write this book Chris.Chris Brasher This book is inspired by true stories Special thanks to mountaineer and historian Audrey.Audrey Salkeld for countless assistance, advice and expertise. thank you too Simon.Bainbridge (Simon Bainbridge), John.Bryant (John Bryant), Rossi.De.Rosie de Courcy, Anthony.Geffen (Anthony Geffen), Bell.Ji Ross (Bear Grylls), George.Mallory II (George Mallory Ⅱ), Alison.Prince (Alison Prince), and Mary.Mari Roberts ∮ <Elegy written in a country cemetery> To flaunt the family coat of arms, to flaunt worldly power

And all the beauty, all the riches of man Also waiting for the inevitable moment: A path of glory that leads only to the grave. Thomas.Thomas Gray (AD 1716︱1771)