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Excitement, adventure and really wild things. Filling in the blanks on the maps and visiting far flung places unspoilt by the modern world and tourism.
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1885 An Ascent of Parnassus by Way of MendaciaLondon: 1885The first edition of this very scarce autobiographical work on the author's expedition to mount Parnassus.
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1892 Tourist's Guide to the English Lake DistrictLondon: 1892An early revised edition of Jenkinson's well-known guide to the Lake District, with a folding map.
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1911 Through the Alps to the ApenninesLondon: 1911The first edition of this beautifully illustrated account of a motor tour through the Alps to the Apennines, written by P. G. Konody .
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1927 On High Hills: Memories of The AlpsLondon: 1927The second edition of Young's popular account of his climbs in the Alps, with illustrations throughout.
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1912 Gates of the DolomitesLondon: 1912A review copy of this fascinating work on the Dolomites, previously owned by the Rev. Henry William Gordon Kenrick.
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1934 Mountain CraftLondon: 1934An early edition of this comprehensive guide to mountaineering around the world, with illustrations throughout.
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1894 Round About SnowdonLondon: 1894The first edition of this work showcasing T. Huson's stunning artwork depicting Mount Snowdon.
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1954 The Ascent of EverestLondon : 1954The fourth impression of this illustrated account of the 1953 British expedition to Mount Everest by their leader John Hunt, in the original unclipped dust wrapper.
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1946 Assorted Volumes of Mountaineering ExpeditionsLondon: 1946-87An assorted group of twelve works concerned with mountaineering expeditions, each enclosed in the original dust wrapper.
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1937 Himalayan Campaign. The German Attack on KangchenjungaOxford: 1937The first English language edition of Paul Bauer's account of his second expedition to Kangchenjunga, illustrated throughout.
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1936 Everest: The ChallengeLondon: 1936A smart copy of the second edition of Younghusband's account of the 1936 expedition to Mount Everest, illustrated throughout.
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1933 First Over Everest: The Houston-Mount Everest Expedition 1933London: 1933A second impression of this exciting account of the Houston-Mount Everest Expedition in 1933, with illustrations.
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1904 Les Alpes: Études Et SouvenirsParis: 1904A smart ninth edition copy of Talbert's studies and memories of the Alps, written in French.
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1968 2 Vols Farthest NorthNew York : 1968A scarce two volume set detailing the heroic expedition of two men to the North Pole.
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1930 The Kangchenjunga AdventureLondon: 1930A first edition, first impression of Frank Smythe's account of climbing Kangchenjunga, illustrated throughout.
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Signed1953 The Ascent of EverestLondon: 1953A signed, first edition of this account of the successful British expedition to Mount Everest in 1953.
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1961 The Ascent Of DhaulagiriOxford: 1961The first English translation of Max Eiselin's account of Dhaulagiri. Eiselin was the organizer of the first ascent of the mountain.
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1896 Le Village Suisse a L'Exposition National SuisseGeneve: 1896A scarce, illustrated publication on Swiss Villages, following the National Exhibition in Geneva, 1896.
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1874 The Bavarian Highlands and the SalzkammergutLondon: 1874A very bright, beautifully illustrated account of the Bavarian Highlands and the Salzkammergut.
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Signed1915 Inaka or Reminiscences of Rokkosan and Other RocksKobe: 1915-1924A very scarce collection of recollections regarding the mountains of Rokko-san. Compiled by 'The Bell Goat', a member of the Japan Alpine Club.
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1901 Farther North Than Nansen Voyage of Polar Star Duke of Abruzzi First EdLondon : 1901A scarce first edition of this work on Polar exploration.
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1891 EAST AFRICAN Glaciers KILIMANJARO Meyer First EdLondon: 1891The first English edition of this incredibly eminent work of mountaineering from the first recorded European to ascend the summit of Kilimanjaro. A lovely bright copy, with all maps present.