Fallen: George Mallory: The Man, The Myth And The 1924 Everest Tragedy By Mick Conefrey Biography Book

Fallen: George Mallory: The Man, The Myth and the 1924 Everest Tragedy by Mick Conefrey is a compelling, richly researched biography for readers who love history, mountaineering, and gripping true-life mysteries. Perfect for parents buying a nonfiction book for curious teens, teachers building a reading list about exploration, or gift buyers seeking a standout book collection addition, this title brings the life and contradictions of George Mallory into sharp, human focus. Condition: BRAND NEW. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9781838959791.

This paperback edition traces Mallory’s rise from decorated climber to a national legend — the “Galahad” of Everest — and examines the darker, less celebrated aspects of his character and choices. Mick Conefrey, an experienced documentary-maker and author with over 20 years producing work for the BBC, History Channel and Discovery, draws on archival sources and personal testimony to create a balanced narrative that reads like a page-turning mountaineering saga.

What you’ll find inside

The book explores multiple sides of Mallory’s life:

• Charismatic public figure: Handsome, eloquent and celebrated in the press as one of Britain’s greatest mountaineers.
• Technical climber and risk-taker: A gifted athlete who pushed himself and his companions to their limits on the world’s highest slopes.
• Complex private life: Connections with the Bloomsbury circle, political commitment as a Socialist, and personal choices that shaped his legacy.
• Controversy and tragedy: Examines failures, mishandled equipment, and the fatal outcomes of the 1922 and 1924 expeditions that still spark debate among historians and climbers.

Why this edition stands out

Conefrey’s background in documentary storytelling brings vivid scene-setting and accessible explanations of technical climbing challenges, making this work ideal for readers new to mountaineering history as well as seasoned enthusiasts. The book’s blend of biography, investigation and social context helps readers understand why Mallory became an almost mythic figure — and why his story still matters.

• Engaging narrative that reads like a biography and an investigative report.
• Ideal for discussion in classrooms, book clubs, or history seminars about exploration and early 20th-century British culture.
• Great gift for history buffs, adventure readers, and anyone fascinated by unsolved mysteries of exploration.
• From a trusted author with decades of experience in historical documentaries and nonfiction writing.

Whether you’re compiling a children’s series of historical reads for older kids, seeking an authoritative title for a school library, or giving a meaningful present to a friend who admires true adventure stories, this paperback edition of Fallen offers a deeply human portrait and a gripping investigation into one of mountaineering’s greatest mysteries. Add it to your collection for a timeless, thought-provoking read that sparks conversation and curiosity.