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The Bolivian Andes

- A Record Of Climbing And Exploration In The Cordillera Real In The Years 1898 And 1900 (1901)

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The Bolivian Andes: A Record of Climbing and Exploration in the Cordillera Real in the Years 1898 and 1900 is a book written by Martin Conway and published in 1901. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences climbing and exploring the Bolivian Andes, specifically the Cordillera Real mountain range, during the years 1898 and 1900. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the author's adventures in Bolivia. The first chapter provides an introduction to the country and its people, while subsequent chapters delve into the geography, geology, and natural history of the region. The bulk of the book is dedicated to the author's climbing expeditions, which took him to some of the highest peaks in the Andes. The author describes the challenges he faced while climbing, including difficult terrain, harsh weather conditions, and altitude sickness. He also provides detailed descriptions of the scenery and wildlife he encountered along the way. In addition to his climbing adventures, the author also explores the culture and history of Bolivia. He visits local villages and interacts with the indigenous people, providing insights into their way of life and customs. Overall, The Bolivian Andes is a fascinating account of one man's adventures in a remote and challenging part of the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in mountaineering, exploration, or the history and culture of Bolivia.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781437418422
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 496
  • Udgivet:
  • 22. december 2008
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x32 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 894 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 26. november 2024
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The Bolivian Andes: A Record of Climbing and Exploration in the Cordillera Real in the Years 1898 and 1900 is a book written by Martin Conway and published in 1901. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences climbing and exploring the Bolivian Andes, specifically the Cordillera Real mountain range, during the years 1898 and 1900. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the author's adventures in Bolivia. The first chapter provides an introduction to the country and its people, while subsequent chapters delve into the geography, geology, and natural history of the region. The bulk of the book is dedicated to the author's climbing expeditions, which took him to some of the highest peaks in the Andes. The author describes the challenges he faced while climbing, including difficult terrain, harsh weather conditions, and altitude sickness. He also provides detailed descriptions of the scenery and wildlife he encountered along the way. In addition to his climbing adventures, the author also explores the culture and history of Bolivia. He visits local villages and interacts with the indigenous people, providing insights into their way of life and customs. Overall, The Bolivian Andes is a fascinating account of one man's adventures in a remote and challenging part of the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in mountaineering, exploration, or the history and culture of Bolivia.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.

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