Publisher's Synopsis
The High Alps In Winter: Or Mountaineering In Search Of Health (1883) is a book written by Mrs. Fred Burnaby. It is a detailed account of the author's journey through the Alps during the winter season. The book is divided into several chapters, each describing a different aspect of the author's experience.The first chapter introduces the author and her reasons for undertaking the journey. She explains that she was suffering from poor health and decided to take up mountaineering as a means of improving her condition. The subsequent chapters describe the author's travels through various parts of the Alps, including Switzerland, Italy, and France.Throughout the book, the author provides vivid descriptions of the scenery and natural beauty of the Alps. She also shares her experiences of climbing various mountains and the challenges she faced along the way. The book also includes several illustrations and photographs that help bring the author's journey to life.Overall, The High Alps In Winter: Or Mountaineering In Search Of Health is a fascinating account of one woman's journey through the Alps during the winter season. It provides a unique perspective on mountaineering and the beauty of the natural world.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.
