The Nepali Flat, Gordon Alexander
The Nepali Flat, Gordon Alexander
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The Nepali Flat

Author: Gordon Alexander

Narrator: Antony Ferguson

Unabridged: 6 hr 50 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Tantor Media

Published: 04/17/2018


Synopsis

Join Gordon Alexander in Nepal as he drags his "heavy ass" over the Himalayas in this hilarious, adventure-soaked account of the Three Passes Trek, culminating in a visit to Everest Base Camp.

Together with guide Subash and porter Nima, Gordon tackles high passes in excess of 5,400 meters (17,700 feet) and explains how high altitude affects a mildly overweight road builder from sea level in the tropics. Each part of the journey brings new challenges, including sub-freezing temperatures, almost falling into a crevasse, and alarmingly warm beer. Along the way he discovers the local Kukri Rum, traverses glaciers, interacts with eccentric and curious characters, and takes in the most beautiful views on the planet.

Contains mature themes.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Bandit on March 27, 2018

An amicable Aussie ambulates around in Nepal. Nearly a perfect alliteration, but for Nepal. Should have gone with something about altitude, which of course is a huge thing about Nepal. The climate alone is enough to qualify such treks as winter sports, a definite no on in my book. But then again thi......more

Goodreads review by Jane on February 01, 2025

3.5 stars......more

Goodreads review by A on May 04, 2018

The author does a good job of mixing humor with the sights and sounds of his trek. I never really thought about the hiking around Everest, and this has me interested to learn more about the passes.......more

Goodreads review by Heather on March 21, 2017

An absolutely incredible journey, not to be missed. This amazing book should be on everyone's must read list. The author has given us a hilarious, candid and seriously detailed account of his trek in the Nepal Himalaya. Having walked these paths myself, I could totally relate to his experiences, from......more

Goodreads review by Heloise on March 30, 2019

I just love reading books where I'm totally transported to another place. When I've been sitting and reading for an hour and look up and I wonder where am I. Why is the sun shining outside and why am I hot? Was it not just -9 C in an awful room in Nepal a few moments ago? The author shows you the st......more