I've often thought about that and the only suitable member to join me on that climb [to Everest] was George Lowe: he… — Edmund Hillary Copy Share Image
I had a very strong desire to carry out adventures, but in those early days I didn't actually do any. I just… — Edmund Hillary Copy Share Image
I still think have this deep desire for our Himalayan Trust - that we raise the necessary funds, that we do all… — Edmund Hillary Copy Share Image
June [Hillary] is a very strong influence in my life and particularly now in my ancient years there is no doubt at… — Edmund Hillary Copy Share Image
My grandmother I admired even more [than mother]. She was an Irish lady and a very kind-hearted person. She had a lot… — Edmund Hillary Copy Share Image
Strong motivation is the most important factor in getting you to the top — Edmund Hillary Copy Share Image
I don't regard myself as a cracking good climber. I'm just strong in the back. I have a lot of enthusiasm, and… — Edmund Hillary Copy Share Image
Tourism is a very big economic benefit to the Sherpa people, and also, they have very strong ties to their own social… — Edmund Hillary Copy Share Image
I've often thought about that and the only suitable member to join me on that climb [to Everest] was George Lowe: he was strong,… — Edmund Hillary Copy Share Image
Nothing can replace courage, a resounding motivation and that little bit of luck. — Edmund Hillary Copy Share Image
With practice and focus, you can extend yourself far more than you ever believed possible. — Edmund Hillary Copy Share Image
“With all respect, Sahib, you have little to teach us in strength and toughness. And we do not envy you your restless spirits. Perhaps… — Edmund Hillary Copy Share Image
Environmental problems are really social problems anyway. They begin with people as the cause and end with people as the victims — Edmund Hillary Copy Share Image
Even when you're 50, you can make the effort to improve your standards. — Edmund Hillary Copy Share Image
I've always hated the danger part of climbing, and it's great to come down again because it's safe. — Edmund Hillary Copy Share Image
Everest you won't change, but I will get better...I will conquer you. — Edmund Hillary Copy Share Image
If the going is tough and the pressure is on, If the reserves of strength have been drained and the summit is still not… — Edmund Hillary Copy Share Image
![“I've often thought about that and the only suitable member to join me on that climb [to Everest] was George Lowe: he was strong, a good man on a mountain, with a great sense of humour, and I liked that. I think George and I could've done that together ... I've probably never told George that.” quote by Edmund Hillary](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/165/edmund-hillary-3760_climbs_i-ve-often-thought-about-that-and-the-on_12447.jpg)
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