Climbing the 4000m peaks of the Alps is one of the great and enduring challenges in mountaineering. It is a project that requires stamina, courage, skill and humility.

In this first volume, IFMGA mountain guide, Ben Tibbetts, presents selected alpine climbs and ski mountaineering routes on the western 4000m peaks of the Alps from the Barre des Écrins, Grand Paradiso across the whole Mont Blanc massif to the Weisshorn above Zermatt. This book describes over 80 classic itineraries and provides the information needed to prepare and undertake each ascent.

Drawing on two decades of alpinism and image-making, each mountain entry features detailed photographic topos to assist in planning and route-finding. Having climbed most of the lines described, Ben has included a diverse selection of action photography to inspire and illustrate each route.

The book is replete with in-depth route information that is aimed at both the experienced mountaineers looking for a serious adventure in the high mountains and the aspiring alpinist setting out on their first major climb.