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Explore the Alps through a scientist’s eyes, where thrilling mountaineering meets clear, accessible geology.
This classic travelogue and field study follows John Tyndall as he climbs iconic peaks, reflects on mountain dangers, and weighs the big questions about how the Alps were formed. Rich with vivid scenes from Faulhorn to the Matterhorn, it blends personal adventure with careful reasoning about erosion, fracture theories, and the sculpting power of ice and water.
What you’ll experience- A firsthand account of Alpine travel, training, and ascent, grounded in practical knowledge.
- Plainspoken explanations of complex geologic ideas, written for curious readers.
- Reflections on scenery, weather, and the relationships between mountains and the people who explore them.
- Illustrations and narrative detail that bring early mountain science to life.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book masterfully combines exploration, mountaineering, and scientific observation in the Swiss Alps. It is a captivating account of the author's experiences and insights during a series of high-altitude ascents, most notably the first assault on the Matterhorn. The author's vivid descriptions of the challenges and beauty of the mountain landscape provide a thrilling narrative, while his scientific observations on glaciers and weather patterns add depth and nuance to the work. Through the author's adventures, the book explores the relationship between humans and nature, pushing the boundaries of human endurance and scientific understanding. It remains a significant contribution to mountaineering literature, offering valuable insights into the physical and mental challenges of climbing some of the world's most formidable peaks. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330242599_0
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Condition: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Hours of Exercise in the AlpsA short time ago I published a book of Frag ments, which might have been called hours of Exercise in the Attic and the Laboratory while this one bears the title of hours of Ex. Seller Inventory # 2147742373
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