Scrambles Amongst the Alps in the Years 1860–69

Edward Whymper's *Scrambles Amongst the Alps* isn't just a mountaineering chronicle; it's a gripping, first-hand account of the relentless pursuit of the impossible. Whymper details his decade-long obsession with conquering the most formidable peaks of the Alps, culminating in the dramatic, epoch-making first ascent of the Matterhorn in 1865. Far from a dry expedition log, he weaves together thrilling narratives of perilous climbs, vivid descriptions of the rugged Alpine landscape, and fascinating insights into the nascent mountaineering culture of France, Italy, and Switzerland, all brought to life by his own intricate engravings.