GUGLEA KDMONDO DE AMICIS, SWITZERLAND: CUMB^D FIRST BY PRAZ ON JULY I/, 



1906 



Rock-climbing is perhaps the most difficult branch of mountaineering, as a successful 

 climb calls for the exercise of a rare combination of qualities. The rock-climber must 

 possess a steady head, a sure foot, considerable gymnastic skill, and, above all, careful 

 judgment. Much depends upon the climber's skill in estimating the firmness of a rock upon 

 which his weight will be thrown. Many loose rocks are sufficiently firm to bear a man's 

 weight if he knows how to negotiate them without jerking. Some idea of the difficulties of 

 rock work can be formed from this picture, where the least mistake in swinging between 

 the two peaks means instant death. 



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