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Mountain of the Dead: The Dyatlov Pass Incident Paperback – July 1, 2013

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In January 1959, ten experienced young skiers set out for Mount Otorten in the far north of Russia. While one of the skiers fell ill and returned., the remaining nine lost their way and ended up on another mountain slope known as Kholat Syakhl (or ‘Mountain of the Dead’).On the night of 1 February 1959 something or someone caused the skiers to flee their tent in such terror that they used knives to slash their way out. Search parties were sent out and their bodies were found, some with massive internal injuries but with no external marks on them. The autopsy stated the violent injuries were caused by ‘an unknown compelling force’. The area was sealed off for years by the authorities and the full events of that night remained unexplained.Using original research carried out in Russia and photographs from the skier's cameras, Keith McCloskey attempts to explain what happened to the nine young people who lost their lives in the mysterious ‘Dyatlov Pass Incident’.
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"[An] eerie and well-researched tale." —Dread Central

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Keith McCloskey is the author of Glasgow Airport and Airwork: A History.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0752491482
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ The History Press; 9.1.2013 edition (July 1, 2013)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780752491486
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0752491486
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.9 x 0.7 x 7.8 inches
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Customers appreciate the book's depth analysis of the Dyatlov Pass incident and find it reads like an adventure novel. However, the writing style receives mixed reviews, with some finding it well written while others disagree. Additionally, customers express concern about the disappearance rate of the hikers involved in the incident.

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81 customers mention "Mystery content"62 positive19 negative

Customers appreciate the book's detailed theories and depth analysis of the Dyatlov Pass incident, with one customer noting it provides the best information available on this little-known mystery.

"...Clearly, the best reference source publicly available. Things fall apart as the book proceeds to devote single chapters to the various..." Read more

"...Several books are out about this mystery and this one covers numerous theories and really puts an end to them once they are examined...." Read more

"...a clear overall picture of everything that happened, and all the theories it produced. However, don't think it's a stuffy science journal!..." Read more

"...about this story was that it was different and it was based entirely upon a real event that took place in the 1950's in Russia...." Read more

54 customers mention "Readability"51 positive3 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, describing it as an adventure novel that is both entertaining and among the best on the subject.

"...A enduring, genuine true life mystery and an entertaining read." Read more

"...I enjoyed the reading immensely. It is obvious the author researched the subject extensively." Read more

"...The entire book is well-constructed, giving you a clear overall picture of everything that happened, and all the theories it produced...." Read more

"...It’s an interesting read, and I’m very interested in doing further research." Read more

21 customers mention "Writing style"12 positive9 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the writing style of the book, with some finding it well written while others disagree.

"...Initially, the book stays firmly course with rational and well-annotated expositions of the more plausible theories...." Read more

"...The book is written in workmanlike fashion, and almost overwhelms you with details, as well as Russian names that you cannot pronounce...." Read more

"...However, don't think it's a stuffy science journal! Ir's very well written and will keep your attention from front to back - even if you already..." Read more

"...What I didn't like was the intially awkward writing style, but I got used to it. I think the authors take on what happened is a bit far fetched...." Read more

3 customers mention "Disappearance rate"0 positive3 negative

Customers express concern about the hikers' disappearance in the book.

"...at the flashlight, their eyes become very dim very quickly and disappear altogether...." Read more

"After reading this book I still think there is much unresolved regarding the hikers disappearance...." Read more

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Probable explanation for the behavior of the intense light being attracted to people only when they look at the light.
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Probable explanation for the behavior of the intense light being attracted to people only when they look at the light.
Toward the end of the book when people see intense light that only comes toward them when they look at the light: This can be easily explained! Ever go out in the country at night with a flashlight? Ever shine that flashlight into the woods only to see a pair of brightly glowing eyes stare back at you? The light from those bright eyes coming at you is actually the light from the flashlight entering the eyes of some creature, reflecting off the back of their eyeballs (retina or some other tissue) and going back out of their eyes, being focused by the lens of the creatures eyes straight back at the flashlight! The creature’s eyes look very bright only if they are gazing directly at the flashlight. If their eyes move away from looking directly at the flashlight, their eyes become very dim very quickly and disappear altogether. This is bound to grab the attention of whoever or whatever is holding the light who would probably approach the creature to see what it is! Or to kill it. This happens not only with nonhuman animals, it happens with humans also. Some people hunt deer at night in northern Wisconsin doing this. It is called “Shining Deer”.
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  • Aurora
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great and specific details
    Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2022
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    I've read several books about the Dyatlov Pass incident - which I would recommend anybody considering this book also do before reading this one - but this seems to be the most factual of the bunch, IF you remember the Dytalov event happened in the early days of the Cold War. We'll probably never know the full truth; the official USSR/Russian records are still not available. This book does point out just how unusual the search team was considering it was just a group of college students very late in reporting in/returning from their ski trek. It does present a couple new areas to think about, one that I don't recall ever being mentioned in any of the other/earlier books. Regardless, all the formerly named potential causes of the deaths are reviewed with a very critical eye to what was found at the site, how it was found and other events critical to understanding the overall situation. Actually, because of open-minded/eyed examination of the entire event, the book seemed a bit boring in the early stages, but that changes soon enough when you realize this is a very critical look at all the known and unknown factors in the case. I was sort of sorry when I got to the end!
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  • Just An Opinion
    4.0 out of 5 stars Dylatov Pass
    Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2014
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    If you dislike my review, then please feel free to write your own, but the following is my personal take on the book.

    The book is written in workmanlike fashion, and almost overwhelms you with details, as well as Russian names that you cannot pronounce.

    It is set against the backdrop of the cult-like, insular, and highly paranoid world of the Soviet Union during the height of the Cold War. The military had installations virtually all over the countryside. Some were secret, some not, but there appeared to be no limit to the number and kind of weapons systems they were experimenting with in order to get a leg up on NATO and the United States. Could this have somehow been a factor in the tragedy? Perhaps.

    When you examine something like this, you need to avoid the two extremes: What I (and others) refer to as "know nothing skepticism", where you insist there MUST be be a "simple" explanation (there may not be). You also need to steer clear of wild speculation, where you assume there MUST be some paranormal, or extraterrestrial, "answer" even when there is no hard evidence for it. While the freaky and wholly inexplicable "light show" observed by other credible individuals in that same general area in would definitely be enough to seriously spook anyone, there is nothing to indicate the doomed hikers ever encountered it, or anything like it.

    Three things - but little else - seem certain. The first is that none of the speculations as to what happened - however mundane or fantastic - seem to fit all the facts. That is part of what makes this story so captivating.

    The infrasound theory is intriguing, but remains unsubstantiated. We can say that infrasound is capable of this, or that, but so what? Absent empirical evidence, it remains a somewhat plausible but unrprovable and to some extent inadequate scenario in my estimation.

    The second is that whatever the perceived threat was, it was not likely viewed by the group as emanating from the forest below. Otherwise, it would have made no sense for them to descend the slope and attempt to find some cover at the treeline. Thus, the danger was probably either at - or approaching - the tent, or somehow above them; either in the sky, or higher up the hill. I have not personally seen anything that points to a Yeti - or any other animal for that matter, real or mythical - being involved in this. Tracks of such a creature would have been fairly evident. I suspect some people like the abominable snowman scenario because it would definitely provide the requisite fear level that could cause otherwise sane people to panic.

    Lastly, whatever transpired, something extraordinary occurred that was bizarre enough to cause intelligent, experienced back country skiers to completely lose their wits and behave in an irrational way that essentially ensured their own destruction.

    When you add up all the evidence, including the condition and location of the bodies when they were found, it really does appear that something quite strange and out of the ordinary took place here. Remember, this was not some clueless suburban family out for a weekend trip to the snow. These were fit, equipped, and capable people who knew exactly what they were getting into. Yet, they all perished under highly mysterious circumstances.

    The fact that high ranking Soviets were so involved in the search - and that the government closed off the area for years after the incident - suggests the authorities knew (or at least thought they knew) more about what had actually happened than they were willing to admit publicly.

    A enduring, genuine true life mystery and an entertaining read.
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  • chemical007
    3.0 out of 5 stars A decent effort
    Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2013
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    A helpful and conscientious effort -and a courageous one - towards shedding light on what certainly must be a wholly intractable mystery. The Dyatlov Pass Incident, to this day, obsesses and frustrates tens of thousands drawn to what arguably is the most compelling and disturbing of the great extant unsolved mysteries.
    The greatest compliment I can bestow on this book is to recommend it as the best starter material for those wishing to embark on this quest. The beginning chapters are well-researched, sensible and sober, professionally presented and even replete with fresh information. Clearly, the best reference source publicly available.
    Things fall apart as the book proceeds to devote single chapters to the various popular theories attempting to explain the event. Initially, the book stays firmly course with rational and well-annotated expositions of the more plausible theories.
    The theory that the disaster site was created artificially or significantly modified has, to my knowledge, not been explored deeply elsewhere and the treatment accorded here towards that possibility is riveting. Also, a tremendous debt of gratitude is owed the author for untangling the bureaucratic chronology, particularly in respect to official documents. Students of this case can now seriously accept the argument that much falsification of official reports took place, and quite likely an investigation was underway before anyone in the general population was aware anything amiss had occurred.
    Unfortunately, at the point at which UFOs and the "strange lights" supposed
    phenomena are dragged onstage, caution is thrown to the wind and absolute balderdash takes over the reins. This is inevitable in the Realm of the Dyatlov, and the author makes no effort to add credence to the lunatic ravings, but they take up too much of an otherwise fine read and seem to be included simpky to pad the page
    count.
    The photo section is excellent, the maps and diagrams much less so.
    This is really about as fair a treatment as we'll ever get, so my recommendation is buy it, read it and slowly go insane trying to figure out what really happened.
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  • Hot In AZ
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating mystery
    Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2016
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    Why did the Dyatlov group leave their tent thus ending up dead? Several books are out about this mystery and this one covers numerous theories and really puts an end to them once they are examined. However one that was missing and I was surprised was infrasound from a natural source. Having experienced it myself I know it can do weird things to your head and gastric system. I think that should have been considered as well as the infrasound from a military source. I enjoyed the reading immensely. It is obvious the author researched the subject extensively.
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  • DaisyDaisy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fact is creepier than fiction!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 20, 2013
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    It's terrible that I knew nothing of the Dyatlov case before this book featured on the Kindle daily deal. A few pages in I was asking everybody what they knew about it and telling them how fascinating the case is.

    All the theories in chapter 7 and 8 were fascinating and I was shocked, surprised and saddened by the events that happened. This is written in a very clear way that describes Russia at the time and elements that could have altered the outcome of their expedition.

    I thoroughly enjoyed this book, apart from the chapter by Yuri (one of the expedition who returned after a few days due to illness). It seemed his chapter was only included because of who he was and not the content. His theory had no substantial evidence and seemed to be based on random events that may or may not have happened.

    Even with this I still give it 5 stars as the rest of the book is brilliant.

    What scared them enough to cut their way out of the tent, but then walk away and not run???
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  • Jan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Mountain of the dead
    Reviewed in Australia on November 4, 2023
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    I enjoyed this true story ! I am disturbed that all these years later we still don't know what happened to this group
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  • Kyle M.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read
    Reviewed in Canada on December 23, 2023
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    Item was as expected and arrived quickly and in good condition. Great read and interpretation of these famous events. Thanks!
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  • Nina78
    5.0 out of 5 stars Ce qui se sait n'a pas ete dit
    Reviewed in France on November 5, 2015
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    intriguante histoire non resolue pour les fans de fiction mais dont l'histoire est reelle. Saurons nous un jour ce qui c'est vraiment passe dans les antres de l'EX-URSS. Une elite d'une generation qui disparait d'un coup.
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  • SibonTarafdar
    3.0 out of 5 stars Book is excellent Delivery took too long
    Reviewed in India on October 26, 2019
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    Book is excellent Delivery took too long oo long
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