Description
Book SynopsisThe Mountain Encyclopedia is the first A to Z compendium on all matters related to mountains including geological, geographical, and zoological terms and concepts as well as climbing and historical details. This books is both a reference and a guide for mountain and outdoor enthusiasts such as hikers, climbers, and mountaineers. It's filled with spectacular color photographs of breathtaking climbing and mountain scenes, many taken by the authors during their expeditions. Jamling Tenzing Norgay, son of the late Tenzing Norgay wrote the forward.
Trade ReviewFrederic Hartemann and Robert Hauptman have gathered facts and information from every corner of the mountaineering world, in a comprehensive, instructive, and entertaining reference and guide to the principles and workings of the mountains, climbing, and other outdoor pursuits. This is no mere catalogue, nor is it anything like other books, or even what it might seem to be at the surface. One has to handle, sample, and ponder to understand the true objective of the authors. The overview is unique, making a fresh penetration of ideas and concepts. At times there is a certain high elegance. Hartemann and Hauptman don't shy away from the complexity and depth of their subject. -- Pat Ament
This book is highly recommended for both public and academic libraries. * American Reference Books Annual *
"The Mountain Encyclopedia delivers just what its title promises: intriguing facts and figures about mountainous topics. . ." * High Country News *
". . . the excellent reference book, The Mountain Encyclopedia. . ." -- Candus Thomson * Baltimore Sun *
The Mountain Encyclopedia covers all things related to mountains, from the legendary Abominable Snowman to Zurbriggen (a famous Swiss climbing guide). * Fue- Fish- Game *
