author/illustrator: Robin Jacobs, Ed J Brown
ages: 6+
102 pages
23 x 29 cm
Hardback
English
Cicada
Rights sold: German, Russian, Italian, Simplified Chinese, French (France, Belgium, Switzerland)
Rights represented worldwide except for Asia, Italy, Turkey.
At the Top of the World - The Greatest Mountains on Earth
Summit the heights of Earth’s most extreme landscapes!
Embark on an awe-inspiring journey to the roof of the worldin this breath-taking expedition across the highest mountainson Earth. From Everest to Matterhorn to Kilimanjaro, explore the most monumental peaks of the planet.
Discover the tectonic upheavals that forged these mountains. Uncover the effects of altitude on nature and evolution, and delve into the stories of the fearless mountaineers who braved unimaginable challenges to conquer these natural giants.
Vibrant illustrations by Ed J Brown bring the marvels of the mountains to life in a book that is sure to appeal to aspiring adventurers, curious climbers and geological geniuses alike.
AWARDS AND MEDIA PRAISE
- ORF Kids Top Hits List (June 2025, Austrian Broadcasting Corporation)
- Selected for the years 4 and 5 reading lists for primary schools (United Kingdom)
"This book shows just how exciting conquering the summits can be." - Stuttgarter Zeitung
"Beautifully illustrated, this book pays tribute to the landscape of some of our greatest mountains and to those who have climbed them." – The English Association
THE AUTHOR
Ed J Brown is a British illustrator and writer living in Leipzig. His striking, humour-packed illustrations have featured in Reader’s Digest, Anorak Magazine, and Aquila Magazine. His first book: