* Featuring 125 photos, 90 illustrations, and 15 maps * Original cover art by Dee Molenaar Originally published in 1971, The Challenge of Rainier is a classic in mountaineering reference and literature, long considered the definitive work on the climbing history of Mount Rainier. Author Dee Molenaar covers geology, glaciology, and climate; early climbs dating before 1900; the pioneering efforts on over 35 routes in winter and summer; notable summit climbs; mountain tragedies on the steep slopes; and the guides who have led summit seekers over the years. For the 40th anniversary edition new information includes more recent ascents, rescues, mountain guides, and climbing trends; updated statistics through 2010; and a new foreword by famed climber (and former Rainier guide) Ed Viesturs. The definitive book concerning the mountaineering history and essence of Mount Rainier.. For anyone with any level of interest in Mount Rainier, this book is required reading. -- Peter G. Williams ― Out There Monthly DEE MOLENAAR has bee an alpine icon since the 1950s, and has climbed mountains throughout the world. After summiting Mount Rainier more than 50 times and traveling the park's high country over many years, he authored The Challenge of Rainier , his award-winning "definitive work."