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1949 The Mountains Of Youth by Arnold Lunn Antique Mountaineering Book

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1949 The Mountains Of Youth by Arnold Lunn Antique Mountaineering Book

The Mountains Of Youth
By Arnold Lunn
Published by Eyre & Spottiswoode: London 1949 2nd Edition

" The Mountains of Youth is Arnold Lunn's affectionate and reflective account of a lifetime spent among the Alps, blending autobiography, travel writing, mountaineering history, and personal philosophy. Best known as a pioneering skier, alpine journalist, and mountaineer, Lunn recounts his early experiences in the Swiss Alps, where childhood holidays developed into a lifelong passion for mountains and adventure. Written with warmth and literary charm, the book captures the profound influence that alpine landscapes exerted upon his character, outlook, and understanding of the world.

Rather than focusing solely on dramatic ascents, Lunn explores the broader culture of mountain life, recalling famous climbers, guides, hotels, villages, and the evolving traditions of alpine exploration during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. He reflects upon the development of skiing as a sport, the growth of mountaineering tourism, and the unique fellowship that exists among those drawn to high places. Throughout the narrative, the mountains serve not merely as a backdrop but as a source of inspiration, education, and personal growth.

Richly illustrated and written in Lunn's engaging and thoughtful style, The Mountains of Youth remains one of the most appealing classics of mountain literature. Combining adventure, humour, nostalgia, and keen observation, it offers readers an intimate portrait of the golden age of Alpine exploration while preserving the memories of a world that was rapidly changing by the mid-twentieth century. This 1949 second edition from Eyre & Spottiswoode presents a distinguished work by one of Britain's most influential mountaineering authors and ski pioneers."

No dustjacket. Light wear only covers and spine. Bookplate present. Pages clean and well presented. One cluster sits loose. A nice, complete copy in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 22cm x 14.5cm x 2.5cm - 192 Pages

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Condition: Good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: Illustrated
Region: Asia
Subject: Exploration & Travel
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: No dustjacket. Light wear only covers and spine. Bookplate present. Pages clean and well presented. One cluster sits loose. A nice, complete copy in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: Arnold Lunn
Publisher: Eyre & Spottiswoode: London
Year Printed: 1949
Sub-subject: Mountaineering