Travels Through the Alps of Savoy and Other Parts of the Pennine Chain: With Observations on the Phenomena of Glaciers

by James David Forbes

Book Overview

The renowned geologist James D. Forbes (1809-68) presents an account of his systematic exploration of alpine mountain regions and glaciers in this important 1843 publication. Forbes' graphic descriptions of alpine scenery and his mountaineering feats are combined with detailed records of his scientific research and experiments. The study cemented Forbes' reputation in the field, which was later to be commemorated by the naming of the Aiguille Forbes...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1108037666
• ISBN13: 9781108037662
• Release Date: December 2011
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 468 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"