Hours Of Exercise In The Alps (1871)

Hours of Exercise in the Alps is a book written by John Tyndall in 1871. The book is a personal account of Tyndall's experiences while exploring the Alps, including his observations of the natural world and the physical challenges of mountain climbing. In the book, Tyndall describes his travels through the Swiss and Italian Alps, including his ascent of the Matterhorn, one of the highest peaks in Europe. He also writes about his encounters with local people, including guides and shepherds, and his interactions with other travelers he meets along the way. The book is notable for its vivid descriptions of the Alpine landscape and the challenges of mountaineering, as well as for its insights into the scientific and philosophical questions that Tyndall grapples with during his travels. Overall, Hours of Exercise in the Alps is a fascinating and engaging read for anyone interested in the natural world, adventure, and the human spirit.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.