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The 1871 account details the thrilling experiences of climbing in the Swiss Alps, penned by renowned physicist John Tyndall. It offers insights into the challenges and beauty of alpine exploration, blending scientific observation with personal narrative. Tyndall's reflections on nature and the physical demands of mountaineering provide a unique perspective on the era's fascination with the Alps, making it a significant contribution to both adventure literature and scientific discourse.
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Hours of Exercise in the Alps, John Tyndall
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- Released
- 2011
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- Title
- Hours of Exercise in the Alps
- Language
- English
- Authors
- John Tyndall
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Released
- 2011
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 508
- ISBN13
- 9781108037822
- Category
- Maps and Travel, World history
- Description
- The 1871 account details the thrilling experiences of climbing in the Swiss Alps, penned by renowned physicist John Tyndall. It offers insights into the challenges and beauty of alpine exploration, blending scientific observation with personal narrative. Tyndall's reflections on nature and the physical demands of mountaineering provide a unique perspective on the era's fascination with the Alps, making it a significant contribution to both adventure literature and scientific discourse.