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Edward Whymper

Scrambles Amongst the Alps in the Years 1860-69

John Murray

1871

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Whymper, a leading figure in Alpine mountaineering, narrates in this volume details of his many brilliant climbs including the tragic account of his ascent of the Matterhorn; this book sealed his reputation as a famous mountaineer.

  • Edward Whymper (English).
  • London: John Murray, 1871.
  • xviii, [ii], 432 pp.
  • Octavo.
  • 107 illustrations including frontispiece, five folding maps at rear.
  • Fifth thousand edition.
  • Bound in contemporary blue calf gilt, spine lavishly gilt decorated, red label, raised bands, decorated endpapers.

Literature

Perret 4557.

Neate W65.

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Extremities slightly rubbed and worn.

Pages lightly toned.

 

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Language

English

Subject

Sport, Travel, topography and voyages, History, Fine bindings, Maps

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