Author: BEER, G.R. de:
Title: Early travellers in the Alps. / Speaking of Switzerland. Together 2 vols.
Description: London, Sidgwick & Jackson, 1930, 1952, in-8vo, XX + 204 p., 34 ill. + 40 plates + 1 folding map, original black clothbound, ill. dustjacket. ¶ Both first editions, fine copies. This richly illustrated guide is very usefull for the history, understanding and the development of alpinism & tourism in Switzerland. Copy with the rare dustjacket. Please notify before visiting to see a book. Prices are excl. VAT/TVA (only Switzerland) & postage. Perret 0342. (Ouvrage de référence sur le sujet).

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