Mountaineering in the Mont Blanc Range showcases the most beautiful lower grade snow, ice & mixed climbs (F to AD+) in the seemingly inexhaustible Mont Blanc Range. The routes described in this book should be within the capabilities of almost all mountaineers. Reflecting all recent changed topographical conditions due to the steady glacial retreat created by climate change, authors Jean-Louis Laroche & Florence Lelong have selected 36 climbs from across the range, which are easily accessible from well appointed mountain huts, useful telepheriques & mountain railways. The routes described are an ideal introduction to the climbing in this magnificent area. They are on snow or mixed ground &, distributed among the main glacier basins, they will enable you to visit a representative selection of summits along the full length of the range. Among them are some of the finest classics, including: the North Face of the Tete Blanche; the Whymper Route on the Aiguille d` Argentiere; the Cosmiques Ridge of the Aiguille du Midi; the Normal Route, Contamine-Grisolle, & Chere Couloir on the Mont Blanc du Tacul; & of course a choice of routes on Mont Blanc itself. Each route features a detailed & comprehensive route description, a sketch map & a route summary detailing the start point, difficulty, timings, height gain, best time of year & the gear required. Beautifully illustrated with photos that show both the lie of the land & also the haunting beauty of the fabulous peaks of the Mont Blanc Range, this guide clearly indicates alpinism`s continued popularity to climbers of all ages. ...

Mountaineering in the Pyrenees features twenty-five classic mountain routes & link-ups that will delight any mountaineer who enjoys getting off the beaten track. Author & mountain guide Francois Laurens has drawn upon his encyclopaedic knowledge of the Pyrenees, & recommendations from other mountaineers, to put together a diverse selection of climbs
- many of them accessible from spring to autumn
- along the entire Pyrenean chain, from the Mediterranean to the Basque country. The most characteristic feature of the Pyrenees is its hodgepodge of topographies, climates & lives, all jumbled together. Sometimes, moving just a short way across this patchwork landscape, perhaps from one side of a cliff to another, is enough to take you into a completely different environment. This diversity is reflected in the routes featured in this book. Ridge traverses & rock climbs dominate the selection, which

Includes:: only a few ephemeral snow climbs, but every route has its own unique character & provides a wonderful day out in the mountains. Featured routes include the Salenques-Tempestades Ridge on Pico de Aneto, the Espadas Ridge on Pic des Posets, & a selection of climbs on the renowned peaks of Monte Perdido, the Maladeta, the Balaitous, the Vignemale, & the Grand & Petit Astazous. Each route features technical notes, a topo & route description, & photos illustrating the character of the climbing.



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A bona fide classic, originally published in 1872, Mountaineering in the Sierra Nevada is still exciting reading. It describes the perils & pleasures experienced by Clarence King (1842-1901) while conducting the first geological survey of California in the 1860s. His language was equal to the marvels he found, & here with unfading brilliance are his accounts of scaling such mountains as Tyndall, Shasta, & Whitney. The chapters on the Yosemite Valley & surrounding High Sierras were written while he was surveying the boundaries of a newly designated national park. There are also delightful vignettes of western characters, including a Sierra artist & a family of Pike County hog farmers. Clarence King, who in 1879 became the first director of the United States Geological Survey, will always be remembered for Mountaineering in the Sierra Nevada, which was praised by Wallace Stegner, Van Wyck Brooks, & Henry Seidel Canby as a watermark of frontier literature. This 1935 edition was introduced & edited by Francis P. Farquhar, editor of the Sierra Club Bulletin from 1926 to 1946. ...

Mountaineering in the Swiss Alps presents a selection of classic routes in the main Swiss climbing areas that have forged Switzerland`s reputation as a mountaineering paradise. Featured are over thirty climbs, ranging from relatively easy normal routes to more challenging itineraries. All are within the capabilities of most mountaineers & provide an excellent introduction to the wide variety of climbing that Switzerland has to offer. Every route, whether it is a pure rock climb, a mixed ridge, a big north face or a long traverse, was chosen for the beauty of the surroundings & the quality of the climbing. Some are on world famous peaks that every mountaineer aspires to climb, such as the Matterhorn (Mont Cervin), the Breithorn & the Monch; others are on lesser-known summits & will delight those who like getting away from the beaten track. Written by mountaineer & author Stephane Maire, each route features technical notes, a route description & topo, & photos illustrating the climb`s unique character. ...

For nearly 60 years it`s been revered as the ”bible” of mountaineering-and now it`s even better than ever- The best-selling instructional text for new & intermediate climbers for more than half a century- New edition--fully updated techniques & all-new illustrations- Researched & written by a team of expert climbers Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills is the text beloved by generations of new climbers--the standard for climbing education around the world where it has been translated into 12 languages. For the all-new 9th Edition, committees comprosed of active climbers & climbing educators reviewed every chapter of instruction, & discussed updates with staff from the American Alpine Club (AAC), the American Institute for Avalanche Research & Education (AIARE), & the Access Fund. They also worked with professional members of the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA), to review their work & ensure that the updated textbook

Includes:: the most current best practices for both alpine & rock climbing instruction. From gear selection to belay & repel techniques, from glacier travel to rope work, to safety, safety, & more safety--there is no more comprehensive & thoroughly vetted training manual for climbing than the standard set by Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills, 9th Edition. Significant updates to this edition include:
- New alignment with AAC`s nationwide universal belay standard- Expanded & more detailed avalanche safety info, including how to better understand avalanches, evaluate hazards, travel safely in avy terrain, & locate & rescue a fellow climber in an avalanche- Newly revamped chapters on clothing & camping- All-new illustrations reflecting the latest gear & techniques--created by artist John Mc Mullen, former art director of Climbing magazine- Review of & contributions to multiple sections by AMGA-certified guides- Fresh approach to the Ten Essentials--now making the iconic list easier to recall


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Throughout its history the Guardian has had unparalleled access to mountaineers & climbers, & its coverage of the sport is second to none. From Edward Whymper's conquest of the Matterhorn in 1865 through to the first ever ascent of Everest in 1953, & on to the extreme climbing (and associated apparatus) that dominates the modern-day incarnation of the sport, the paper has chronicled every development with insight & intelligence. This beguiling collection draws together a selection of Guardian writing that is both informative & celebratory, tracking the sport's history & uncovering how public perception has changed over time. This book

Features: Postings on how cigarettes 'aided breathing' on some of the earliest Everest expeditions; Victorian advice to 'lady climbers': ' Small rings should be sewn inside the seams of the skirt...so that the whole dress may be drawn up at a moment's notice to the requisite height'; &, Articles on scrambling, fell-running, rock-climbing & rambling. Whether you're a serious mountaineer or a weekend rambler, On the Roof of the World is packed full of insights & stories that make it the perfect bedside companion.

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�-sterreich Wanderatlas (Hiking Atlas of Austria) from Freytag & Berndt in an A5 paperback format, with 200 selected routes shown on extracts from the publisher`s 1:50, 000 series, all graded according to the difficulty of the terrain. The atlas presents descriptions of 200 routes, most of them circular tours, grouped by province & indicated on general mapping of the whole country at 1:200, 000. Each route is graded according to the difficulty of the terrain & highlighted on an extract from the publishers’ hiking maps at 1:50, 000. Each description is accompanied by a route profile. The maps show no geographical coordinates.*PLEASE NOTE BEFORE ORDERING: Map legend & all the text are in German only.* ...

Profound & powerful, Mountains Beyond Mountains takes us from Harvard to Haiti, Peru, Cuba & Russia, as the charismatic but flawed genius Dr Paul Farmer challenges widely-held preconceptions about poverty & healthcare. As a medical student, Farmer found his life`s calling: to cure infectious diseases & to bring the lifesaving tools of modern medicine
- so readily available in the developed world
- to those who need them most. Beginning in Haiti, he tackles the conditions that contribute to so many unnecessary deaths with his trademark combination of world-class expertise, unlimited compassion, & the unstinting dedication of friends & colleagues. Tracy Kidder`s magnificent & moving account shows how, from achieving this modest dream, one person can make a difference in solving global problems through a clear-eyed understanding of the interaction of politics, wealth, social systems & medicine.

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Detailed descriptions & simple black & white maps for various walks the Bulgarian mountains: Stara Planina, Vitosha, Verila, Rila Planina, Pirin Plania, Rodopi & Sredna Gora. The walks vary in length between those that can be completed in a long weekend & much longer treks, taking up to 30 days to complete; all make use of an established network of mountain huts. ...

Mountains of Evritania in a series of waterproof & tear-resistant hiking maps at scales varying from 1:50, 000 to 1:10, 000, with a UTM grid for GPS users. Contour interval varies depending on the scale, on most maps it is 20m. Relief shading, spot heights, springs, seasonal streams &, in most titles, landscape/l&-use variations, e.g. forests, orchards, or vineyards provide additional information on the terrain. Place names are given in both Greek & Roman script. Local footpaths, hostels & mountain huts are clearly marked. For road users intermediate driving distances & petrol stations are shown. Symbols highlight places of interest, including archaeological sites, churches & monasteries, etc. The maps have a UTM grid & margin ticks for latitude & longitude. Map legend

Includes:: English.* In this title:* a double-sided map covering a wide area from the Agrafa Mountains in the north to Panetoliko Mountains & Kravara in the south. Contour interval is 20m. The map has a 1km UTM grid, plus margin ticks & crosshairs for latitude & longitude at 1’. Also provided is an index & a list of recommended hiking routes, including stages of E4 from Vragiana to Grameni Oxia.

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