Surviving Everest's Deadliest Day: Finding Resilience to Climb Again

The author reads excerpts in this program, which has been named one of Atlas & Boots' Top 10 Adventure Travel Books of 2021. It is a gripping story of the deadly earthquake that struck Everest and one man’s determination to return and reach the summit.

Jim Davidson was on Everest on April 25, 2015, when a 7.8 magnitude earthquake triggered avalanches, cutting off their escape route and leaving them stranded at almost 20,000 feet. The earthquake, the largest in Nepal in over 80 years, claimed the lives of approximately 8,900 people, making it the deadliest day in the history of Everest with 18 fatalities on the mountain.

After two harrowing days awaiting rescue, Davidson and his team were airlifted to safety. Despite his vast climbing experience and leadership skills, he was unsure if he would ever return. However, in 2017, he overcame his fears and fulfilled his dream of reaching the summit.

"The Next Everest" is a suspenseful and captivating account of surviving the worst disaster in Everest’s history. Davidson’s expertise in geology and environmental science enables him to explain the unfolding natural catastrophe and the heightened seismic risks in Nepal today. This narrative goes beyond conquering mountains; it illustrates how confronting change, adversity, and uncertainty can prepare one to tackle their own formidable challenges in life.

Produced by Macmillan Audio from St. Martin’s Press, this book has been praised by Roman Dial, the author of "The Adventurer's Son," who commends Davidson for his ability to blend thrilling tales of mountain climbing with a deeper exploration of his inner motivations.

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