Banners in the Sky: The British, the Americans, the Nazis and the Race to the Top of the World

The World Beneath Their Feet is a gripping historical account of the greatest mountain climbing competition of the 20th century, where contingents from Great Britain, Nazi Germany, and the United States battled it out on the Himalayas.

This epic tale of survival, innovation, and bravery features unforgettable characters, including statesmen and millionaires, world-class athletes and bona fide eccentrics, scientists and generals, obscure villagers and national heroes.

With new techniques and equipment, unbelievable courage and physical achievement, and unparalleled valor, the climbers pushed themselves to the limits of human endurance.

But at what cost? Nanga Parbat, one of the Himalayan peaks, claimed 25 lives in less than three years.

This is a story that will captivate fans of Hampton Side, Jon Krakauer, and Laura Hillenbrand, and leave readers on the edge of their seats as they follow the climbers on their perilous journey to the top of the world's highest mountains.

Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure!