Publisher's Synopsis
""The Peasants of Chamouni"" is a book written by William Harvey and published in 1826. The book is a travelogue that recounts the author's attempt to reach the summit of Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in the Alps. The book also provides a vivid description of the scenery and landscapes that the author encountered during his journey through the Alps. The book is divided into two parts. The first part describes the author's journey to Chamouni, a small village at the foot of Mont Blanc, and his preparations to climb the mountain. The author also provides a detailed account of the customs and way of life of the local peasants who inhabit the village. The second part of the book describes the author's ascent of Mont Blanc, his encounters with the dangers and challenges of the mountain, and his eventual success in reaching the summit. Throughout the book, the author's descriptions of the natural beauty of the Alps are accompanied by detailed illustrations and maps that help to bring the scenery to life. The book also provides insights into the history and culture of the region, as well as the author's own reflections on the experience of climbing Mont Blanc. Overall, ""The Peasants of Chamouni"" is a fascinating and informative account of one man's journey through the Alps, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, culture, and natural beauty of this iconic mountain range.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.
