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Peaks And Precipices: Scrambles In The Dolomites And Savoy (1914)

Peaks And Precipices: Scrambles In The Dolomites And Savoy (1914)

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ISBN10: 1167001230
ISBN13: 9781167001239
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 336
Weight: 1.27
Height: 0.70 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
Peaks and Precipices: Scrambles in the Dolomites and Savoy is a book written by Guido Rey and first published in 1914. The book is a collection of essays and stories about Rey's experiences climbing and exploring the mountains of the Dolomites and Savoy regions in Europe. Rey was a renowned mountaineer, writer, and photographer who spent much of his life exploring the Alps and other mountain ranges around the world. In Peaks and Precipices, he shares his insights and observations on the beauty and challenges of climbing in the Dolomites and Savoy.The book is divided into two parts, with the first section focusing on the Dolomites and the second on Savoy. Rey describes the various peaks and routes he climbed, including some of the most challenging and dangerous climbs of his time. He also shares stories of the people he met and the cultures he encountered during his travels.Peaks and Precipices is a classic work of mountaineering literature and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of climbing in the Alps. Rey's vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling make this book a must-read for anyone who loves the mountains and the thrill of adventure.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.

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