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Hodder & Stoughton, London, 1938. Limited Edition, number 197 of 250 signed copies. Hardcover, Royal Octavo, (xiv), 322 pages. White Half-Calf, & white Buckram, lettered in gilt on spine and front board. Top edge gilt. Special Limited Edition of 250 numbered copies Signed F.S. Smythe opposite Half-Title page. Two maps, one B&W fold-out, publisher's colour Frontispiece & 15 other colour Plates, all with tissue-guards, Appendices and Index. Smythe's fascinating account of big peak climbing in Garwhal Himalaya, then exploration on return, plant hunting and discovering the abundant flowers of Bhyundar Valley. (Neate: S133) Frank Smythe was a British mountaineer noted for extensive climbing in the Alps. Himalayan Expeditions include Kanchenjunga 1930, first ascent of Kamet, Everest twice. A fine photographer, he became a full-time professional, one of the most prolific and widely read climbers of his time. Publisher's thick blue endpapers and pristine internally. No DJ issued, exceptional production, Rare… Read More