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The Glaciers Of The Alps And Mountaineering In 1861

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The Glaciers of the Alps and Mountaineering in 1861 is a book written by John Tyndall, a renowned Irish physicist and mountaineer. The book is a detailed account of Tyndall's mountaineering expedition to the Alps in 1861, during which he explored the glaciers of the region and conducted scientific experiments to better understand their properties.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a scientific overview of glaciers, their formation, and their movements. Tyndall explains the role of temperature, pressure, and other factors in shaping the glaciers and how they affect the surrounding landscape. He also discusses the impact of human activities on glaciers and the environment.The second part of the book is a personal account of Tyndall's mountaineering expedition. He describes his journey through the Alps, his encounters with local people, and his experiences while climbing the mountains. Tyndall's vivid descriptions of the landscape and his adventures make for a thrilling read, and his insights into the science of glaciers add depth and context to the narrative.Overall, The Glaciers of the Alps and Mountaineering in 1861 is a fascinating book that combines scientific inquiry with personal adventure. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of mountaineering, the science of glaciers, or the beauty of the Alps.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:
  • 9781163851180
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 288
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x21 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 594 g.
  • BLACK FRIDAY
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Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 16. december 2024
Forlænget returret til d. 31. januar 2025

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The Glaciers of the Alps and Mountaineering in 1861 is a book written by John Tyndall, a renowned Irish physicist and mountaineer. The book is a detailed account of Tyndall's mountaineering expedition to the Alps in 1861, during which he explored the glaciers of the region and conducted scientific experiments to better understand their properties.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a scientific overview of glaciers, their formation, and their movements. Tyndall explains the role of temperature, pressure, and other factors in shaping the glaciers and how they affect the surrounding landscape. He also discusses the impact of human activities on glaciers and the environment.The second part of the book is a personal account of Tyndall's mountaineering expedition. He describes his journey through the Alps, his encounters with local people, and his experiences while climbing the mountains. Tyndall's vivid descriptions of the landscape and his adventures make for a thrilling read, and his insights into the science of glaciers add depth and context to the narrative.Overall, The Glaciers of the Alps and Mountaineering in 1861 is a fascinating book that combines scientific inquiry with personal adventure. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of mountaineering, the science of glaciers, or the beauty of the Alps.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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