David Roberts
David Roberts (1943-2021) was the author of thirty books on mountaineering, exploration, and anthropology. His books have won the Boardman Tasker Award for Mountain Literature and the Grand Prize at the Banff Mountain Book Competition.
David Roberts (1943-2021) was the author of thirty books on mountaineering, exploration, and anthropology. His books have won the Boardman Tasker Award for Mountain Literature and the Grand Prize at the Banff Mountain Book Competition. See less
David Roberts's Featured Books
David Roberts book reviews
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In Search of the Old Ones
Excellent history of the Anasazi
by Steve P, Aug 31, 2014
Author David Roberts does an excellent job here of combining meticulous research with his own enthusiasm and experiences in the Southwest to produce a very readable and enjoyable book about the ... Read More
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Devil's Gate: Brigham Young and the Great Mormon Handcart Tragedy
by Harold H, Jan 20, 2011
This is a Historical Book of the settlement of the LDS, Mormon religion. This book was written by a Non-mormon!! But very well written, with as little prejudice as possible. Gives a good outlook ... Read More
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Escape from Lucania: An Epic Story of Survival
Adventure
by Atljv, Mar 4, 2008
For anyone who is an armchair adventurist (like me), this is a fun read. Roberts creates a smooth story and actually downplays what were really dangerous acts.
The highlight of the book for me was ... Read More
