The Tour Of Mont Blanc And Of Monte Rosa: Being A Personal Narrative, Abridged From The Author's Travels In The Alps Of Savoy (1855) - Softcover

Forbes, James David

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1104403765 ISBN 13: 9781104403768

Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, 2009

Synopsis

""The Tour of Mont Blanc and of Monte Rosa"" is a personal narrative written by James David Forbes, originally published in 1855. In this book, Forbes shares his experiences and adventures while traveling through the Alps of Savoy, specifically on the tours of Mont Blanc and Monte Rosa. The book is an abridged version of Forbes' original travelogue, and it includes detailed descriptions of the natural beauty and geological features of the region, as well as the culture and customs of the local people. Forbes writes about the challenges and rewards of hiking through the mountains, encountering different climates and terrain, and meeting fellow travelers along the way. He also provides historical and scientific information about the area, including the formation of glaciers and the impact of climate change. Overall, ""The Tour of Mont Blanc and of Monte Rosa"" is a fascinating and informative account of one man's journey through the stunning landscapes of the Alps.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Edition details

• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1104403765
• ISBN 13: 9781104403768
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 376