Publisher's Synopsis
Mountain Craft is a book written by Geoffrey Winthrop Young in 1920. The book is a comprehensive guide to mountain climbing and mountaineering, covering everything from the basics of equipment and technique to the more advanced skills required for climbing at high altitudes. The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different aspect of mountain craft. The first section covers the basics of mountaineering, including the equipment needed for climbing and the techniques required to climb safely. This section also includes information on the different types of mountains and the challenges they present to climbers.The second section of the book covers the skills required for climbing at higher altitudes, including the use of oxygen and acclimatization techniques. This section also covers the dangers of high altitude climbing, including altitude sickness and frostbite.The third section of the book covers the techniques required for climbing on snow and ice, including the use of crampons and ice axes. This section also covers the different types of snow and ice conditions that climbers may encounter.The fourth section of the book covers the techniques required for climbing on rock, including the use of ropes and protection devices. This section also covers the different types of rock climbing, including face climbing and crack climbing.The final section of the book covers the ethics and philosophy of mountaineering, including the importance of conservation and the role of the mountaineer in society.Overall, Mountain Craft is a comprehensive guide to mountaineering that is still relevant today. It is a must-read for anyone interested in climbing mountains or learning about the history and culture of mountaineering.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.
