
Description
Read about Mount Aconcagua, with an elevation of 2,831 ft, and the highest peak in the Western Hemisphere; Half Dome, the semi-spherical mountain that towers over the valley floor in Yosemite National Park; Mount Olympus, reputed home of the Ancient Greek gods; K2, considered by many to be the most difficult mountain to climb in the Himalayas; Mount Kinabalu in Sabah, Malaysia--a popular hike for many thousands of tourists each year, and the highest mountain in Southeast Asia; or Gunung Agung, the active volcano that remains sacred to the Balinese people as a replica of the mythological Mount Meru of Hindu legend. Each entry is accompanied with a caption explaining the significance and history of the mountain. Illustrated with outstanding color photographs, Mountains is a visual feast for those who want to gaze down from the roof of the world.
Product Details
Publisher | Amber Books |
Publish Date | October 10, 2023 |
Pages | 224 |
Language | English |
Type | |
EAN/UPC | 9781838863128 |
Dimensions | 10.7 X 8.4 X 0.9 inches | 2.4 pounds |
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