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The Peasants Of Chamouni

The Peasants Of Chamouni

William Harvey

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2010
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Viajes y vacaciones
ISBN:
9781120913517
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''The Peasants of Chamouni'' is a travelogue written by William Harvey and published in 1826. The book documents an attempt by the author and his companions to reach the summit of Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in the Alps. Along the way, the author provides a vivid description of the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape, including the glaciers, valleys, and waterfalls of the Chamouni region. The book also includes sketches and illustrations of the scenery, as well as descriptions of the local peasants and their way of life. Overall, ''The Peasants of Chamouni'' is a fascinating account of a journey through one of the most breathtaking landscapes in Europe, and a window into the cultural and social world of the Alpine region in the early 19th century.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.

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