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Addicted to Danger: Affirming Life in the Face of DeathAdventurist Jim Wickwire, an eyewitness to glory and terror above 20,000 feet, has braved bitter cold, blinding storms, and avalanches to become what the Los Angeles Times calls one of America's most extraordinary and accomplished high altitude mountaineers. Although his incredible exploits have inspired a feature on 60 Minutes and a full length film, he hasn't told his remarkable story in his own words until now. Among the world's most fearless
Adventurist Jim Wickwire, an eyewitness to glory and terror above 20,000 feet, has braved bitter cold, blinding storms, and avalanches to become what the Los Angeles Times calls one of America's most extraordinary and accomplished high-altitude mountaineers. Although his incredible exploits have inspired a feature on 60 Minutes and a full-length film, he hasn't told his remarkable story in his own words -- until now.Among the world's most fearless climbers, Jim Wickwire has traveled the globe in search of fresh challenges. He was one of the first two Americans to reach the summit of K2, the world's second highest peak, the toughest and most dangerous to climb. But with the triumphs came tragedies that haunt him still. During several difficult climbs, he was forced to look on helplessly as four of his climbing companions lost their lives. A successful Seattle attorney, Wickwire climbed his first mountain in 1960. Deeply compelled by the thrill of risk, he pushed himself to the limits of physical and mental endurance for thirty-five years, before facing a turning point that threatened his faith in himself and his hope in the future. How he reassessed his priorities and rededicated his life -- to his family and his community -- completes a unique and moving portrait of one man's courage and commitment. Addicted To Danger is a tale of adventure in its truest sense.
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Atria Books
Published: 02/01/1999
ISBN: 9780671019914
Pages: 340
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 8.66h x 6.02w x 0.86d
Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 36908 / Addicted to Danger
Reading Level: 8 / Interest Level: Upper Grade / Point Value: 14
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★★★★★ 5
He Acted Like He Didn’t Care… Now He Wears It Everywhere
Color: Gold Steel
I bought this watch for my husband for Christmas (his birthday is right before), and he loved it!
At first, he acted like he didn’t care, but now he wears it all the time—whether he’s dressing up or just going out. It really completes his look.
It was a little big at first, but we had it adjusted and now it fits perfectly. Overall, it’s a very nice, stylish watch. Very happy with this purchase!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Can't beat this price and quality!
Color: Silver/Gold
This is my first Amazon review, and I must say how impressed and happy I am with this watch! I've owned this same exact watch before, but sadly I lost it last year. I was reluctant to pay the full original price of $275, so I decided to chance it with Amazon, and I couldn't be happier with my choice. Having owned this exact model before, I feel very confident I can spot a real vs. fake MK watch. It met almost all the criteria to determine that it's real. Here are the positives and negatives:
Criteria to determine authenticity:
- Model number (MK-8344) matches original and is included on the back of the dial
- The Michael Kors logo is featured on the dial.
- The font of the letters is consistent with the official brand logo
- The spacing is even, and that the quality of finish is high.
- Came in original Michael Kors box where one edge is broader than the other, with a clear writing of ‘Michael Kors’ on it.
- The lid was wider and bigger than the box, covering a major portion of it, meaning it's authentic.
- The Michael Kors logo is included on the top of the box in fine and clear text.
- The box has a batch stamp located on the bottom.
- “All Stainless Steel” at the top in a semicircular pattern along with the model number.
- Original MK logo embossed on the crown
- Has three sub-dials with three different number values (a fake MK watch will have subdials that showcase the same values.)
- Displays date with a proper alignment inside the window (in a fake watch, the display is disputable and unaligned)
Negatives:
- No warranty booklet included.
- No extra link included
Although it didn't meet every expectation, you still can't beat the quality and price. A part of me thinks that most of the 1-2 star reviews are from people who have a vested interest in seeing you pay full price, so they leave negative comments to scare you into going to Macy's or MK directly. Don't let them fool you. This watch appears to be genuine, and even if it's not, it's the best damn fake I've ever seen.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2019
★★★★★ 5
LOVE LOVE LOVE
Color: Gold Steel, Color: Gold Steel
My husband - the one to the right. Has had this for about 4 years now. I'm coming to write a review because the battery just went out and I'm wanting to repair It for him for this Father's Day trip. As I'm looking in the nooks & crannies I'm noticing that I purchased this back in 2019/2020 something like that - (can't go back and check or I'll lose this message ) BUT IT LOOKS GOOD! Yes It is needing a good wash, and I seen on YouTube a reg toothbrush and dawn soap will help with that. But wow this looks great after all this time. I'll post a pic of what It looks like now. He only wears It when he's dressed, he doesn't wear It daily but here is what It looks like with no cleaning whatsoever
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Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Beautiful watch good quality
Absolutely love! Arrived very early and nice quality Watch.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Recomendado
Color: Silver/Gold
Excelente, me gusto el reloj
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Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2026