An Impromptu Ascent of Mont Blanc

By W. H. Le Mesurier

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

A group of adventurers, battling treacherous landscapes and thin air, push themselves to the limit in pursuit of the ultimate reward: the breathtaking summit of the Alps' tallest peak.

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History - European Travel & Geography

Released

2010-07-09

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Summary

"An Impromptu Ascent of Mont Blanc" by W. H. Le Mesurier is a late 19th-century travel story that recounts a thrilling climb up Mont Blanc, highlighting both the stunning scenery and the trials faced by the climbing group, likely written in the early 1880s. From initial plans in Chamonix to reaching the summit, the author shares his experiences, painting pictures of glaciers, unpredictable weather, and the toll of high altitude, blending descriptions of struggle and fellowship among climbers with reflections on the magnificent beauty of the towering mountain.