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1. What research did Harrer do for his book?

Harrer did extensive research on the Eiger. He worked for years, reading about the mountain's history and the men who climbed it.

2. Describe Maix and Harrer's collaboration.

Harrer asked Maix, as a journalist, to help with the book. The two men worked together for many days, going over materials and discussing climbing, and particularly its human aspect.

3. What did the author mean by "Come back safe, my friends"?

The author knew of a planned climb of the North Face. He was also visited by two young men who wanted advice and were hoping to climb the North Face. "Come back safe, my friends," was the author's wish to future climbers.

4. Describe the White Spider.

The white spider is a white field of ice surrounded by crevices that stretch out like a spider's legs. The crevices and the central field are filled with ice and snow, forming the shape of a white spider on the mountain.

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