02699cam a22003493u 4500 62812 UtSlPG 20260610134440.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fr iso639-1 DQ Tissot, Roger Au Mont-Blanc : Aiguilles, sommets, vallées et glaciers; ascensions, sports d'hiver Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2020-08-01 Préface -- L'Envoûtement des cimes -- La Vallée de Chamonix -- Voies d'Accès -- Dans la Nef d'Argentière -- Au Cirque des Géants -- Ténèbres blanches -- Il a neigé sur les hauteurs. Produced by Laurent Vogel, Christian Boissonnas and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at http://gallica.bnf.fr) "Au Mont-Blanc" by Roger Tissot is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. This work takes readers on a reflective journey through the stunning landscapes of the Mont-Blanc region, combining elements of nature observation and personal anecdotes from the author's experiences as an alpinist. Tissot not only shares insights into the majestic beauty of the mountains but also delves into the cultural and historical significance of the area. At the start of the book, the author reflects on his desire to revisit the valley of Chamonix, with a more contemplative approach than his previous rushed visits. He evokes vivid imagery of the beauty of the autumn landscape, contrasting it with memories of summer’s brilliance. Tissot describes the tranquil allure of the valley as he observes nature preparing for the winter and ponders the emotional impact of the majestic peaks around him, particularly the awe-inspiring Mont-Blanc. The opening sets the tone for a journey where nature, nostalgia, and the spirit of adventure meld together, inviting readers into a world of exploration and admiration for the alpine landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Mountaineering -- Alps, Western Blanc, Mont (France and Italy) -- Guidebooks Chamonix-Mont-Blanc (France) -- Guidebooks Auscher, Léon, 1866-1943 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62812 103636 103636