Signed book: The Fight for Everest: 1924. First edition. London: Edward Arnold & Co., 1925. Hardcover, 7 x 10, 372 pages with photos and original pull-out map. Signed in ballpoint on the front free end page “Ed Hillary” and additionally signed by four other members of Hillary’s 1953 Everest expedition: John Hunt, Michael Ward, Michael Westamacott, and George Band; the page also bears what appears to be an ownership pencil signature. In fine condition, with early presentation inscription, light wear to covers, light toning to signed page, and faint spotting to front and rear matter (not affecting signed page). R&R COA.
