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Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills

by The Mountaineers Club · 1960

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The latest edition of the classic guide to mountaineering describes fundamental climbing skills; discusses rock, snow, and ice climbing techniques; recommends clothing and equipment; gives advice on safety and first aid; and includes a new section on waterfall ice and mixed climbing. Simultaneous.

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long · 575 pages

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