First published in 1960, this mountaineering classic is known in climbing circles simply as “The Bible.” Covering virtually every aspect of climbing, it’s an essential reference for anyone ready to depart from the established trail. Now in its seventh edition, “Mountaineering” draws upon a team of more than 40 expert climbers who manage to condense the fundamentals of rock, snow and ice climbing and present them in a simple format anyone can understand. The latest edition also reflects changes in equipment and technique, with new chapters on waterfall ice climbing and mixed-route climbing, physical conditioning and land stewardship issues. Sections on navigation, ropes, knots and protection include detailed drawings, diagrams and maps, including 415 new illustrations depicting modern climbing techniques and a new “10 essentials” list.
