London or New York, 1968, 1st edition. 200 pp, 283 photos. Based on Steinitzer's DER ALPINISMUS IN BILDERN, this is a superb photo history of climbing. This book has sections devoted to life in the Alps, climbers in the Alps, sport among the rapids, building of the Alps, artists in the alps, & mountain photography and films. The color photos are tipped-in, and there is a Near Fine DJ, book is Very Good or Fine.