Catalogue of the Himalayan Literature [Himaraya bunken mokuroku]
Author(s):
[Japan]. Yakushi, Yoshimi
Copyright: 1984, Hakusuisha Pub Co, Tokyo
Specifications: 2nd, Ltd ed 1000, thick 8vo, pp.759, 2 page ribbons, green cloth
Condition: cardboard slipcase w/ sun fade line, very good, cloth w/ protective plastic cover, as published, tight, fine
This second edition of Yakushi’s comprehensive catalogue of all books in all languages relating to climbing expeditions in the Himalaya, following 12 years after the first edition, is a great reference. Included are 4607 items (3752 in European languages & 855 in Japanese). A must-have reference for anyone who collects Himalayan mountaineering literature. This book weighs 4.25 pounds.