Three Days On The White Mountains: Being The Perilous Adventure Of Dr. B. L. Ball On Mount Washington, During October 25-27, 1855 (1856) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781168890191)

""Three Days On The White Mountains"" is a thrilling account of Dr. B. L. Ball's perilous adventure on Mount Washington during October 25-27, 1855. Written by Ball himself, the book details his three-day journey through the treacherous terrain of the White Mountains, including his ascent to the summit of Mount Washington, which was then considered the highest peak in the northeastern United States. As he navigates through the harsh and unforgiving landscape, Ball encounters a series of challenges, including dangerous weather conditions, treacherous trails, and unexpected obstacles. Despite these obstacles, Ball perseveres, relying on his wit, strength, and determination to survive. Along the way, Ball also provides a fascinating glimpse into the natural beauty of the White Mountains, describing the stunning vistas, unique flora and fauna, and breathtaking landscapes that he encounters during his journey. Overall, ""Three Days On The White Mountains"" is a gripping tale of adventure and survival, offering readers a rare glimpse into the world of 19th-century mountaineering and the incredible feats of human endurance that were required to conquer some of the most challenging peaks in the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Benjamin Lincoln Ball
ISBN-10: 1168890195
ISBN-13: 9781168890191
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 76
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.63lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d