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G. No Jacket. 8vo. original green cloth gilt (ex-library, with rsm's to endpapers, title page & fore-edge, otherwise clean & crisp internally. Portions of dustwrapper pasted to front board & FFE. Large library cat. no. on spine); pp. xii (last blank), 372, with 21 plates & 16 maps/diagrams. A good reading copy. [Neate M62: Mason was Superintendent of the Survey of India. His book is the most authoritative one volume reference source on the historical and geographical background to the entire Himalayan range, with a remarkably concise and comprehensive history of Himalayan exploration].
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VG in VG jacket. VG/VG. 8vo. original green cloth gilt (bookplate & prev. owner's details to front pastedown, some spotting to fore-edge & outer leaves) in dustwrapper (edges rubbed & creased with some fraying); pp. xii (last blank), 372, with 21 plates & 16 maps/diagrams. A very good copy. [Neate M62: Mason was Superintendent of the Survey of India. His book is the most authoritative one volume reference source on the historical and geographical background to the entire Himalayan range, with a remarkably concise and comprehensive history of Himalayan exploration].
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New. "Abode of Snow: A History of Himalayan Exploration and Mountaineering" by Kenneth Mason is a comprehensive account of the adventures and expeditions undertaken by mountaineers in the Himalayan region. The book chronicles the history of Himalayan exploration, from the early British expeditions in the 19th century to the modern-day mountaineering feats. The author provides detailed descriptions of the various peaks, valleys, and passes of the Himalayas, and the challenges faced by mountaineers while attempting to conquer them. The book also delves into the cultural and religious significance of the Himalayas, as well as the impact of mountaineering on the region's ecology and indigenous communities. Mason's writing is engaging and informative, drawing on a wealth of primary sources and personal accounts to bring the history of Himalayan exploration to life. The book includes numerous photographs, maps, and illustrations that help readers visualize the terrain and understand the scale of the mountaineering achievements. Overall, "Abode of Snow" is an essential read for anyone interested in mountaineering, exploration, or the history and culture of the Himalayas. It is a fascinating and inspiring account of human endurance and the pursuit of adventure in one of the world's most awe-inspiring landscapes. 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.
