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The Last River: The Tragic Race For Shangri-la
The Last River The Tragic Race For Shangrila
Author: Todd Balf, Todd Balf
It is a challenge few top kayakers could resist.  The Tsangpo remains one of the world's few uncharted, unconquered whitewater rivers, epic in both scale and beauty.  Plunging 10,000 vertical feet, its waters run beneath snowcapped Himalayan peaks, past verdant jungle, and through the treacherous Tsangpo Gorge.  Anc...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780375416316
ISBN-10: 0375416315
Publication Date: 9/12/2000
Edition: Abridged
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  • Currently 3.8/5 Stars.
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3.8 stars, based on 3 ratings
Publisher: Random House Audio
Book Type: Audio CD
Other Versions: Paperback, Hardcover
Members Wishing: 1
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Great details about high level kayaking and running rivers with waterfalls. Also interesting to read about how even the pros can really screw up.
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Exciting book and an easy read! I learned a lot about white water rafting.
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This was a very interesting-although tragic book. I gave great detail about the trip and the local area of China.
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Absolutely incredible story. The adventure and the tragedy are compelling.


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