A Tale of Two Passes. An Inquiry into Certain Alpine Literature
Language: English
Published by American Alpine Club / Alpine Club of Canada, 2008
- First Edition
- Hardcover
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Seller: Glacier Books, Pitlochry, United KingdomGlacier Books
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220pp, original black cloth with gilt, VG in VG dw. Small compliments label of the Alpine Club of Canada on the half title page. A quality binding and attractive gloss paper. A look at the historic significance of two Alpine passes, The Mont Cenis and the Great Saint Bernard, both of which have been used since Roman times. Glacier Books are experienced and professional booksellers. We take pride in offering carefully described books and excellent customer service.
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- Title
- A Tale of Two Passes. An Inquiry into Certain Alpine Literature
- Author
- Putnam William L.
- Publisher
- American Alpine Club / Alpine Club of Canada
- Publication year
- 2008
- Dust jacket
- Dust Jacket Included
- Binding
- hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 189182466X
- ISBN 13
- 9781891824661
- Edition
- 2008 First Edition.
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Glacier Books
Pitlochry, United Kingdom
AbeBooks seller since March 9, 1998
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