"Above the Snow Line. Mountaineering Sketches Between 1870 and 1880" recounts the adventures of Clinton Thomas Dent during a decade of alpine exploration. First published in 1885, this classic work captures the thrill and challenge of mountaineering in the late 19th century. Dent's vivid descriptions transport the reader to the majestic peaks of the Alps, detailing not only the physical demands of climbing but also the camaraderie among climbers. With detailed observations and personal anecdotes, Dent provides valuable insights into the techniques and equipment of early mountaineering. His narrative captures the spirit of adventure that defined an era, making this book an essential read for anyone interested in the history of mountaineering and the allure of the mountains. 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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.