The Valley Of Zermatt And The Matterhorn: A Guide (1897) - Paperback

""The Valley of Zermatt and the Matterhorn: A Guide"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by Edward Whymper and published in 1897. The book is a detailed account of the valley of Zermatt and the Matterhorn mountain range in Switzerland. It provides a wealth of information on the history, geography, and culture of the region, as well as practical advice for travelers, climbers, and hikers. The book includes detailed maps, photographs, and illustrations, as well as descriptions of the various routes and trails in the area. Whymper, a renowned mountaineer and explorer, was the first person to successfully climb the Matterhorn in 1865, and his personal experiences and insights are woven throughout the book. ""The Valley of Zermatt and the Matterhorn: A Guide"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in exploring this beautiful and challenging region of the Swiss 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.