The Extraordinary Story of the Sherpa Climbers on K2's Deadliest Day

Excellent book; well written. It was a "thriller" and held my interest from beginning to end even though I didn't know anything about mountain climbing. I was glad to know that part of my purchase price went to a charity for the children of serpas who were killed on the mountain.

I have read most of the books related to climbing the world's most difficult peaks, this book tells the tale from a little different perspective, that of the people who for the most part have been the unsung heroes. I would recommend this book if you enjoy reading about mountain expeditions.

Simply a stunning book. They took longer to write than your typical mountaineering writers. This made my day t possible for them to get all the angles, all the information, digest it all and write an unbiased piece of amazing real adventure/tragedy of what happened during those days on K2. Fantastic, having read dozens of mountaineering books, this one ranks in my top 3 for sure!

Great book on a tragic story. The author did extensive research and it really developed how the tragedy unfolded. The story of the Nepalese people and their mentality is fantastic. Highly recommend this book to anyone.

I highly recommend the book "Buried in the Sky." Peter Zuckerman and Amanda Padoan have pioneered a new kind of writing for the new millenium. Of the nine names listed on the dedications page, not a single one is Western, and the authors are donating part of the book's proceeds to the families of the Sherpas who died. The British occupation of the "Hindoo Kush" is long gone and the rise of indigenous cultures has arrived. This book will become a non-fiction classic like "Brighter Than a Thousand Suns" (Robert Jungk, 1958).

I highly recommend the book "Buried in the Sky." Peter Zuckerman and Amanda Padoan have pioneered a new kind of writing for the new millenium. Of the nine names listed on the dedications page, not a single one is Western, and the authors are donating part of the book's proceeds to the families of the Sherpas who died. The British occupation of the "Hindoo Kush" is long gone and the rise of indigenous cultures has arrived. This book will become a non-fiction classic like "Brighter Than a Thousand Suns" (Robert Jungk, 1958).

A riveting story of heroics, tragedy, and human endurance! Peter Zuckerman and Amanda Padoan have written a superb, nonjudgmental book about the disastrous 2008 climb of K-2 in the Himalayas. Although not quite as tall as Everest, K-2 is described in this and other books as a more serious and deadly challenge. The book focuses on and is told mainly from the view of the Nepal Sherpas, who do such superhuman work for the non-Nepalese climbers from all over the world. Their backstories, and stress they and their families endure to work in the "climbing industry" is truly fascinating. Then to couple their stories with the events on the mountain that year makes for a great book. Highly recommended for anyone interested in mountain climbing, human endurance, or just a very good read.

Buried is thoroughly researched and thoughtfully presented. The authors break away from old climbing stories to reveal the true grit and bravery of the Sherpas who make these adventures possible. Chhiring Dorje Sherpa might never have been heard of if not for this book. He has been honored together with famous astronauts, deservedly pulled into the spotlight. Even if you don't see the point in climbing a mointain, you will be awestruck and moved by this book.

I have read over 20 mountaineering books, and I really enjoyed this one. We always hear about the conquests of mountaineers, but rarely hear the amazing accomplishments of those that make it happen. These guys are truly amazing, definitely worth the read.

Having read Greg Mortenson's "Three Cups of Tea", I was interested in reading about K2 again. This book tells an amazing, but tragic story from the perspective of the Sherpas that support all the climbers. It is a story of death and heroism in one of the harshest places on earth.

I love reading anything about Everest or the climbing world. This story stands apart, because it is not about the well known climbers, but about the "sherpas" without whom the "climbers" couldn't function. These people are truly the unsung heroes of these massive mountains and this book shows the personal side of the "support" teams, their families, their feelings, their lives.

I found this a well written and researched book on all that goes on with a big mountain climb. It shows the selfishness of those whose only goal it to get to the top and forget the humanity of it all. Those who pay to go up dismiss the people that make it possible to get there and even worse, don't think that it is worth helping them when the porters are in trouble. It exposes mountain climbing in this day and age for what it is now, self absorbed people spending a lot of money on a rediculous goal. I hope it serves as a wake up call for those who continue to climb. It is not the climbing it is the loss of caring for others that is dsturbing. There are many heroes in this book as well and nice to give them credit, many lost their lives helping others.

A great concise read for those who want to know what happened on K2 that year.

A staggering tale of humanity and the delicate nature of the human psyche. Written in a style that allows you to taste the mountain air and feel the frigid cold. The only warning I have is that this book deals with tragedy and death hiding no details of either, I would recommend this book for anyone who would like a true picture of high altitude mountaineering and the struggles and amazing human spirit that embodies mountain climbing.

I love these books about climbers' courage and will to climb. Can't get enough of them. The emotions are palpable throughout and it's always awful to read about the tragedies. Too many tragedies on the 8000ers.

Great book!! Almost can feel the pain of the climbers as they freeze on the mountain after making the summit and then getting caught by the spirits of the legendary mountain on the descent! I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking to experience both the joy and sorrow of true mountain climbing.

I ordered this book after watching the documentary. The book gives lots of details that the documentary couldn't. The story was exciting and inspiring and sad all at the same time. I though the book was excellent... almost as good as Into Thin Air.

I ordered this book after watching the documentary. The book gives lots of details that the documentary couldn't. The story was exciting and inspiring and sad all at the same time. I though the book was excellent... almost as good as Into Thin Air.

I have traveled to Bhutan, Nepal and India to trek in the Himalayas, the most beautiful and foreboding mountains in the world. I am always fascinated by the tales of climbers who attempt to scale Everest, K2 and other high peaks (which I am happy to gaze upon from afar). Buried in the Sky was a great read that contained a lot of info regarding the local climbing support staff as well as the climbing clients. While it was kind of like watching a train wreck in slow motion, it was fascinating and especially compelling since it is a true story. The book provided new insights for me into the climbing world, its participants and their mountain mentality. I couldn't wait to turn the page to see what transpired next and was sorry when it ended. I highly recommend this book to anyone remotely interested in trekking, climbing or adventure travel.

Zuckerman does a great job of placing the 2008 incident in cultural and historical context. You get a very real sense of just how insane it is to attempt K2. This book transcends mountaineering and helps define what it means to be a porter through the vicissitudes of climbing and economic plight.