{"product_id":"the-alpine-journal-2023-volume-127-9781739953522","title":"The Alpine Journal 2023: Volume 127","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe Alpine Journal reports on the world's most significant mountaineering from 2022, featuring articles from Nepal, Pakistan, Greenland, and the Alps by leading alpinists Mára Holeek, Callum Johnson, Jacob Cook, and Tom Livingstone. It also features articles on how women were written out of mountaineering history, the lost art of Alpine pioneer Elizabeth Campbell, and the aftermath of the first winter ascent of the Aiguilles du Diable. Climate change and its impacts on the world's mountains are becoming increasingly worse, with reports from the Himalaya and on how retreating glaciers are affecting the flora of the Alps. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 438 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 09 November 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Alpine Club\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Alpine Journal, a prestigious publication dedicated to mountaineering, delves into the world's most significant mountaineering adventures from 2022. This edition showcases captivating articles authored by renowned alpinists, including Mára Holeek, Callum Johnson, Jacob Cook, and Tom Livingstone, who have traversed the breathtaking landscapes of Nepal, Pakistan, Greenland, and the Alps.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to the thrilling escapades, the Alpine Journal also sheds light on the historical marginalization of women in mountaineering. Suzanne Strawther, for instance, rescues an early female ascent of the Matterhorn from obscurity, highlighting the contributions of pioneering female alpinists like Elizabeth Campbell. Rachel Hewitt's groundbreaking book, \"In Her Nature,\" provides an insightful glimpse into the lives of female climbers, while John Middendorf offers a reappraisal of Miriam O'Brien, a prominent alpinist from the 1920s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJohn Harding explores the mountain life of writer Robin Fedden, Dennis Gray relives the legend of Don Whillans, and John Wilkinson revisits the aftermath of the first winter ascent of the Aiguilles du Diable, known as the Devil's Needles. The Alpine Journal's coverage extends beyond adventure, delving into the urgent issue of climate change and its profound impacts on the world's mountains. Reports from the Himalaya shed light on the retreating glaciers, affecting the flora and fauna of the Alps.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith a global perspective and a wealth of reports, reviews, art, and commentary, the Alpine Journal serves as a vital resource for dedicated alpinists. It inspires and reflects on the challenges, triumphs, and the indomitable spirit of mountaineering, providing a comprehensive and captivating journey into the world of high-altitude exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 934g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 215 x 134 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781739953522\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shulph Ink","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44945508696314,"sku":"9781739953522","price":20.11,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/noImage_1_846fc4f6-8011-4c84-99f4-0e2ba90e986b.jpg?v=1704017498","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-alpine-journal-2023-volume-127-9781739953522","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}