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Mountaineering in Switzerland
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The book explores the significant contributions of Horace-Benedict de Saussure and his guide, Balmat, to the world of mountaineering. While not the first to conquer Mont Blanc, their partnership ignited a fervor for mountain exploration and adventure, marking a pivotal moment in the history of climbing. The memorial in Chamonix serves as a testament to their legacy and the transformative impact they had on the pursuit of high-altitude exploration.
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Mountaineering in Switzerland, Anon
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- 2011
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- Title
- Mountaineering in Switzerland
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Anon
- Publisher
- Kirk Press
- Released
- 2011
- Format
- Paperback
- ISBN13
- 9781446544242
- Category
- Sport
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- The book explores the significant contributions of Horace-Benedict de Saussure and his guide, Balmat, to the world of mountaineering. While not the first to conquer Mont Blanc, their partnership ignited a fervor for mountain exploration and adventure, marking a pivotal moment in the history of climbing. The memorial in Chamonix serves as a testament to their legacy and the transformative impact they had on the pursuit of high-altitude exploration.