Climbing Reminiscences Of The Dolomites (1896) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166609139)

Climbing Reminiscences Of The Dolomites is a book written by Leone Sinigaglia and originally published in 1896. The book is a memoir of the author's experiences climbing in the Dolomites, a mountain range located in northeastern Italy. Sinigaglia was an Italian mountaineer and writer who was one of the pioneers of climbing in the Dolomites.The book is a collection of short stories and essays that detail Sinigaglia's adventures and experiences while climbing in the Dolomites. The stories cover a range of topics, from the technical aspects of climbing to the beauty of the mountains and the camaraderie of climbers. The book also includes descriptions of the people, culture, and history of the region.Throughout the book, Sinigaglia reflects on the challenges and rewards of climbing in the Dolomites. He writes about the physical and mental demands of climbing, as well as the sense of accomplishment and freedom that comes from reaching the summit of a mountain.Climbing Reminiscences Of The Dolomites is a classic of mountaineering literature and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of climbing in the Dolomites. The book has been praised for its vivid descriptions of the mountains and the people who climb them, as well as its insights into the psychology of climbing.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.

Author: Leone Sinigaglia
ISBN-10: 1166609138
ISBN-13: 9781166609139
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 332
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.26lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.69d