Description
Former library copy. The dust jacket and hardcover have some normal wear and fading. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.
This vintage copy of Lowell Thomas’ “Book of the High Mountains” offers a captivating glimpse into the golden age of exploration and adventure writing. Published in the mid-20th century, it captures the spirit of discovery that fueled explorers and mountaineers as they ventured into the world’s most remote and awe-inspiring peaks. Thomas, a renowned writer, broadcaster, and traveler, brings his firsthand experiences and vivid storytelling to bear, transporting readers to the towering heights of the Himalayas, the Andes, and beyond. With a wealth of stunning photographs and illustrations, this book is a treasured artifact for collectors of exploration literature and mountaineering history. Despite its well-loved condition, the sturdy binding and clean pages invite readers to immerse themselves in Thomas’ evocative accounts, feeling the icy winds and experiencing the triumphs and perils of scaling nature’s mightiest summits.
