Climbing Fitz Roy, 1968: Reflections on the Lost Photos of the Third Ascent - Hardcover

Climbing Fitz Roy, 1968: Reflections on the Lost Photos of the Third Ascent

This hardcover book presents rare, once-thought-lost photographs documenting the 1968 first ascent of the California Route on Cerro Fitz Roy—the third ascent of the mountain. The photographic collection captures a pivotal moment in mountaineering history, accompanied by retrospective essays from the climbers themselves.

Historical Documentation of a Legendary Ascent

Climbing Fitz Roy, 1968 provides comprehensive photo documentation of this significant climb while placing it within the social and climbing context of the late 1960s. The book reflects on how this momentous expedition influenced the lives of those involved and impacted the broader climbing community. These photographs, recovered after decades, offer an authentic window into high-altitude mountaineering during a transformative era.

About the Contributors

Yvon Chouinard, noted alpinist and environmentalist, is the founder and owner of Patagonia, Inc., which Fortune has called "the coolest company on the planet." He co-founded 1% For The Planet with Craig Mathews and authored "Let My People Go Surfing" and coauthored "The Responsible Company." Dick Dorworth was passionate about ski racing in his youth and set records that stand to this day. His path crossed with notable climbers and he pursued mountain climbing with equal passion. He has written numerous ski articles and authored three books: "Night Driving," "The Perfect Turn," and "The Straight Course." Chris Jones moved to the US in 1965 to work for IBM, then quit in 1967, moved to Yosemite and started climbing full time. Chris has climbed in the British Isles, Europe, the United States, Canada, South America, and Asia. His book "Climbing in North America," published in 1975, received wide acclaim and is regarded among the most influential climbing books. Doug Tompkins is a mountain climber, Deep Ecologist, and forward-thinking businessman. Tompkins founded The North Face and co-owned the ESPRIT clothing company. Lito Tejada-Flores was born at 13,000 feet in the mountains of Bolivia and has maintained an affinity for high places. While primarily a filmmaker, his credits include the three-part technical skiing education series "Breakthrough on Skis," which is also a book by the same name. He has authored numerous articles and books on topics ranging from skiing to whitewater kayaking.

A Collector's Item for Mountaineering Enthusiasts

This coffee table book serves as both a historical record and a tribute to the golden age of alpinism. The combination of recovered photography and first-person retrospectives makes this volume essential for anyone interested in mountaineering history, expedition photography, or the evolution of climbing culture in Patagonia and beyond.