The Alps: In Nature and History (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2019
- Hardcover
- New

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- Title
- The Alps: In Nature and History (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- W. A. B. Coolidge
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2019
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- HRD
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0265280141
- ISBN 13
- 9780265280140
- Item weight
- 966 grams
Explore the Alps through its peaks, passes, and the people who mapped them.
This concise, authoritatively written guide reveals how the great mountains shaped history, travel routes, and scientific exploration. It blends natural wonder with a clear sense of place, offering readers a grounded look at Alpine geography and the stories behind its most famous summits.
From long lists of principal peaks and passes to narrative glimpses of early climbers, the book traces how the Alps were explored, described, and understood. It balances technical detail with accessible prose, ideal for travelers, students, and curious readers alike.- Learn how major passes and peaks define Alpine geography and travel history.
- Read about early ascent attempts and the pioneers who opened new routes.
- See how maps and surveys informed later exploration and tourism.
- Discover how regional histories intersect with mountain landscapes.
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