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100			_aKarwal, Atul.
245		0	_aThink Everest _b: Scaling Mountains with the Mind _c/ Atul Karwal and Anita Karwal.
250			_aSecond edition.
260			_aNew Delhi _b: Viva Books Private Limited _c, 2015.
300			_axii, 264 p. _b: illustrations _c; 22 cm.
520			_aThink Everest: Scaling Mountains with the Mind is an inspirational memoir by Atul Karwal, an Indian Police Service officer and accomplished mountaineer, written with Anita Karwal. The book chronicles Atul Karwal's dream of climbing Mount Everest and the determination, discipline, and resilience required to achieve that goal. It demonstrates that extraordinary accomplishments are possible through focused preparation, mental strength, and perseverance rather than exceptional talent alone. Beginning with his early fascination for adventure, the narrative follows the author's rigorous physical training, selection process, expedition planning, acclimatization, and the 76-day Everest expedition. It vividly describes the challenges of high-altitude climbing, including harsh weather, avalanches, crevasses, oxygen scarcity, and the emotional and psychological pressures faced by climbers. Alongside the adventure, the authors share practical insights into mountaineering techniques, teamwork, leadership, risk management, and survival in extreme environments. Beyond being an account of a successful Everest ascent, the book presents Mount Everest as a metaphor for overcoming life's obstacles. It encourages readers to identify their own "Everest" and pursue it with courage, discipline, optimism, and persistence. The work is valuable for readers interested in adventure literature, leadership, motivational studies, sports psychology, and personal development.
650			_aAdventure and adventurers.
650			_aEverest, Mount (China and Nepal)
650			_aMountaineering.
650			_aMountaineers—India—Biography.
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