Discover the natural wonders of the mountains in NOVA Great Peaks. This comprehensive collection of 5 DVDs will take you on a magnificent trek around the world. From Mt. Everest, to Mount Kilimanjaro, to Vinson Massif—you will travel through all areas of the world to experience the greatest peaks, hidden dangers, and unimaginable weather conditions that make these landmarks so intriguing. This collection includes:
Everest: The Death Zone: Understand the chilling adventure that takes place five and a half miles above sea level. Watch as you move from the start, though the corpse-strewn Death Zone, to the very pinnacle of the earth.
Volcano Above the Clouds: Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak and the world's tallest volcano, stands at 20,000 feet. Follow the expedition to investigate the mystery and unique beauty of this "island in the sky."
Deadly Ascent: Watch as a team of researchers, doctors, and mountaineering experts investigate a strange and confounding sickness brought on by severe cold and high altitude.
Descent Into the Ice: Deep inside the massive glaciers on Mount Blanc lurks a hidden danger—killer lakes with the potential to burst free. Uncover the secret as scientists dive into the eerie inner world of glacier cracks, crevasses, ice shafts, water wells and tunnels.
Mountain of Ice: Follow along on an expedition to the top of Vinson Massif, Antarctica's tallest peak.
Format: 5 disc DVD
Length: 280 minutes
ISBN: 1-59375-633-X
Region 1: U.S. and Canada
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