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True Tales of Mountain Adventures: For Non-Climbers Young and Old

By Aubrey Le Blond

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Experience the thrilling and dangerous world of early mountaineering, where daring climbers faced treacherous conditions and conquered majestic peaks.

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2013-05-21
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Summary

"True Tales of Mountain Adventures: For Non-Climbers Young and Old" by Aubrey Le Blond is a compilation of exciting real-life mountain climbing stories from the past that explores both the triumphs and dangers of mountaineering. The book gives readers a peek into a world of glaciers, avalanches, and skilled Alpine guides, making climbing accessible to everyone, even those who have never climbed. Through engaging tales and helpful information, it highlights the appeal and difficulties of conquering mountain peaks, describing the importance of the sport and the skills for safe mountain climbing, describing the evolution of techniques and tools used by climbers. The book looks at early climbs, including those who were the first to venture into the mountains, with little idea of what they were getting into, and the tragic moments that were part of the lives of climbers.

About the Author

Elizabeth Hawkins-Whitshed, usually known after her third marriage as Mrs Aubrey Le Blond and to her climbing friends as Lizzie Le Blond, was an Irish pioneer of mountaineering at a time when it was almost unheard of for a woman to climb mountains. She was also an author and a photographer of mountain scenery.

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