How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #4
As the junior guide on Hall's team […] Andy was eager to prove himself to his seasoned colleagues. (11.6)
And then there's the estimable Mr. Harris. Given his lack of experience relative to his peers, Andy Harris wants to show the world that he's as skilled as Hall or Fischer. Talk about setting your sights high, kid.
Quote #5
Doug […] spent the entire previous year agonizing over the fact that he'd gotten to within three hundred feet of the summit and had to turn around. (12.16)
Doug Hansen's story is perhaps the most heartbreaking. After coming so close to reaching a goal that has eluded him his entire life, Hansen is now laser-focused on reaching Everest's summit. We're sure that the support he's receiving from a local elementary school makes him want to reach that goal even more.
Quote #6
Lopsang insisted […] that […] he was hauling Pittman […] "because Scott wants all members to go to summit, and I am thinking Sandy will be weakest member." (12.43)
Lopsang's heart is certainly in the right place. Realizing that Pittman's wealth and fame make her the perfect advocate for Fischer's company, Lopsang makes it his personal mission to get her to the summit. After all, successfully doing so could earn them lucrative sponsorship deals and press coverage that could transform their business overnight.