Scrambles Amongst the Alps in the Years 1860-69.

£1,000 · Offered by Shapero Rare Books · No longer available

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. Fifth thousand; 8vo (23 x 18 cm) xviii, [ii], 432 pp, 107 illustrations including frontispiece, five folding maps at rear, decorated endpapers; contemporary blue calf gilt, spine lavishly gilt decorated, red label, raised bands, extremities slightly rubbed and worn. Perret 4557; Neate W65.

• Binding: Hardcover

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