Prelude to Everest Alexander Kellas, Himalayan Mountaineer

Ian R. Mitchell, George W. Rodway

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Publisher's Synopsis

Acclaimed hillwalking writers Ian R Mitchell and George Rodway tell the fascinating story of Aberdeen-born Alexander Kellas, and his contribution to mountaineering from the 20th century to the present day. Now a largely neglected figure, Kellas is the pioneer of high altitude physiology, his climbing routes still in evidence today. Follow Kellas' journey, which takes him from the Scottish Cairngorms to the Himalaya, and discover how his struggles and explorations have impacted upon mountaineering today.

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Luath Press

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Book information

ISBN:	9781906817749
Publisher:	Luath Press Ltd
Imprint:	Luath Press
Pub date:	01 Aug 2011
DEWEY:	796.522092
DEWEY edition:	22
Language:	English
Number of pages:	285
Weight:	630g
Height:	234mm
Width:	156mm
Spine width:	30mm