"With Axe and Rope in the New Zealand Alps" chronicles the thrilling early days of mountaineering in New Zealand. George Edward Mannering recounts his adventures exploring and climbing the formidable peaks of the Southern Alps. This historical account provides a captivating glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of pioneering climbers as they navigated uncharted territory. Readers will be transported to a world of breathtaking landscapes and demanding ascents, experiencing the raw beauty and inherent dangers of the New Zealand Alps. Mannering's narrative captures the spirit of adventure and the unwavering determination of those who sought to conquer these majestic mountains. A classic of mountaineering literature, this book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of climbing, travel in New Zealand, or tales of extraordinary human endeavor in the face of nature's grandeur.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.