1. [n]  a mountain in the Himalayas in Nepal (26,500 feet high)
2. [n]  wife of Siva and a benevolent aspect of Devi: goddess of plenty

Annapurna
A classic story in the annals of women`s achievements, Annapurna was the first account of mountaineering triumph and tragedy to be told from a woman`s perspective. A huge critical and commercial success, the original edition sold more than 65,000 copies. Updated now with a new foreword by the author to mark the 20th anniversary of the harrowing ascent, Annapurna is as timely and as riveting today as when it was first published. It is a story of challenge and commitment, told with passion, humor, and honesty.

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