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_aLunn, Arnold, _d1888-1974 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Alps |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2018 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2018-01-11 | ||
| 505 | 0 | _aThe mediæval attitude -- The pioneers -- The opening up of the Alps -- The story of Mont Blanc -- Monte Rosa and the Bündner Oberland -- Tirol and the Oberland -- The coming of the English -- The story of the Matterhorn -- Modern mountaineering -- The Alps in literature. | |
| 508 | _aProduced by Anita Hammond, Wayne Hammond and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) | ||
| 520 | _a"The Alps" by Arnold Lunn is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the evolution of human perception of the Alpine region, examining how the appreciation and understanding of the mountains have transformed over time. It delves into medieval attitudes towards mountains, tracing the evolution of mountaineering from early explorations through to more modern ascents. At the start of the text, Lunn sets the stage by discussing the medieval attitude towards mountains, illustrating the various literary and historical references that shape societal views on Alpine landscapes. He points out that, contrary to popular belief, some people in the Middle Ages did appreciate mountains, even if they were often regarded with fear or indifference. By examining the writings of prominent figures from past eras, Lunn seeks to challenge the notion that mountain admiration was solely a modern phenomenon, framing the early climbers and explorers as pioneers in a growing appreciation for mountain beauty. The opening portion prepares the reader for a deeper understanding of both the physical and cultural significance of the Alps throughout history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aMountaineering -- Alps | ||
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