Glacier Travel and Crevasse Rescue - Hardcover
An instruction manual for those wishing to cross glaciers safely and know the full range of crevasse rescue techniques. The character and structure of glaciers is described together with seasonal variations and differences caused by climate or altitude.
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This is a clearly written, well-illustrated, definitive reference on glacier travel and crevasse rescue. The new, second edition includes expanded and updated information on technical improvements and safety, new sidebars providing extra lessons on the techniques presented, and a larger format with more photographs.
About the Author:
Andy Selters has climbed all over North America, Mexico, and Asia and has spent time as a guide and trainer for the American Alpine Institute in Bellingham, Washington. He is the author of four mountain guidebooks and numerous mountaineering articles. He lives in Bishop, California.
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- PublisherDiadem Books
- Publication date1990
- ISBN 10 0906371589
- ISBN 13 9780906371589
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages128
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Glacier Travel and Crevasse Rescue
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Diadem Books, United Kingdom, Macclesfield
(1990)
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Book Description Paperback. Condition: Good. An instruction manual for those wishing to cross glaciers safely and know the full range of crevasse rescue techniques. The character and structure of glaciers is described together with seasonal variations and differences caused by climate or altitude. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine. Seller Inventory # GOR004623562
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Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. An instruction manual for those wishing to cross glaciers safely and know the full range of crevasse rescue techniques. The character and structure of glaciers is described together with seasonal variations and differences caused by climate or altitude. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR002430301
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Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First UK Edition. This book is devoted to understanding glaciers and how to cross them, avoiding crevasses and rescuing crevasse victims. It is an essential tool for every serious mountaineer and off-piste skier operating in glacial terrain. 159 pages. Well illustrated with line drawings plus a few b/w photographs. Every book is sent in a rigid cardboard posting box. Size: 21 Cm x 13.5 Cm. Seller Inventory # 8696
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