On Snow and Rock [Hardcover] Gaston Rebuffat and Eleanor Brockett

Description

Hardcover is in good condition. No dust jacket. Pages are clean and binding is secure.

This vintage hardcover edition of “On Snow and Rock” by the legendary French mountaineer Gaston Rebuffat offers a captivating glimpse into the golden age of alpinism. Published in the 1950s, it captures the spirit of adventure and exploration that defined the era, as daring climbers like Rebuffat pushed the boundaries of what was thought possible in the high mountains. Rebuffat’s vivid prose and stunning black-and-white photographs transport readers to the breathtaking peaks of the Alps, where he and his contemporaries pioneered new routes and techniques that would shape the future of mountaineering. More than just a climbing manual, this book is a poetic meditation on the allure of the mountains and the human drive to conquer them. A must-have for collectors and enthusiasts of mountaineering literature, this well-preserved copy allows modern readers to experience the thrill of those early climbing exploits and gain a deeper appreciation for the rich history and culture of this exhilarating pursuit.