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Jon Krakauer is an American writer and mountaineer, best known for his compelling works of non-fiction. His book "Into Thin Air: A Personal Account of the Mt. Everest Disaster" is a harrowing recount of the 1996 Everest expedition that ended in tragedy, claiming the lives of eight climbers. Krakauer's firsthand experience as a member of the expedition provides a gripping and detailed narrative of the events, making it a seminal work in mountaineering literature. His investigative journalism and storytelling prowess have earned him widespread acclaim and several literary awards.
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