The Ascent Of Rum Doodle by W. E. Bowman
This book is a satirical take on mountaineering memoirs, chronicling the humorous adventures of a team of British explorers as they attempt to conquer the fictional peak of Rum Doodle in the Himalayas. Led by the inept but optimistic narrator, the expedition faces a series of absurd obstacles and challenges, from navigational blunders and bizarre illnesses to the antics of their porters and the peculiarities of their own team members. Through its parody of the overly serious and self-congratulatory nature of exploration narratives, the novel delivers a delightful blend of comedy and adventure, poking fun at the eccentricities and follies of mountaineering culture.
The 2899th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1956
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 141
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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- 1,000 Books to Read Before You Die: A Life-Changing List (1,000 Books to Read Before You Die(Book))
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)