Buried in the Sky with Amanda Padoan
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At this event, Amanda Padoan presents the history of Himalayan exploration from the perspective of Sherpa mountaineers in her book Buried in the Sky. Joining her is special guest Chhiring Dorje Sherpa who shares his extraordinary story rescuing Pasang Lama on K2. (Note, this UAA Campus Bookstore sponsored event was held in the UAA Fine Arts Bldg. and recorded by UAA Advancement.)
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