02398cam a22003373u 4500 73368 UtSlPG 20260610134710.0 m cr n 260607r20241896utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 04015243 UtSlPG en iso639-1 DQ Wherry, George, 1852-1928 Alpine notes and the climbing foot Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2024-04-10 Sonya Schermann and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Alpine Notes and The Climbing Foot" by George Wherry is a collection of mountaineering essays written in the late 19th century. The work comprises personal accounts and observations from Wherry's alpine expeditions and includes technical discussions about climbing techniques and safety. The text is likely aimed at both novice climbers and seasoned adventurers, offering insights into the joys and challenges of mountaineering while encouraging readers to explore the alpine landscape themselves. The opening of this publication introduces Wherry's experiences during various climbing seasons, beginning with a letter written in 1895. He recounts training at Kandersteg and details an array of climbs, including the Birrenhorn and Monte Rosa, sharing amusing anecdotes, encounters with wildlife, and reflections on the sublime beauty of the mountains. Wherry also addresses the practical and technical aspects of climbing, such as the importance of training and acclimation, as well as the unique adaptability of hands and feet in climbers. The narrative balances personal reflection with informative content, setting an engaging tone for the rest of the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: Cambridge: Macmillan & Bowes, 1896 Mountaineering Alps -- Description and travel https://archive.org/details/alpinenotesclimb00wher/page/n7/mode/2up https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73368 114093 114093