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Beginners and expert climbers alike rely on the stories and analysis in Accidents to become safer climbers Know the Ropes and Essentials articles, written by experts, provide focused how-to advice throughout the book New: more avalanche reports for backcountry travelers Since 1948, the American Alpine Club has documented the year's most teachable climbing accidents, providing invaluable lessons to climbers. In Accidents in North American Climbing, each incident is thoroughly analyzed to help climbers avoid similar mistakes in the future. In the Know the Ropes and Essentials sections, professional guides and other experts offer in-depth instruction and copious illustration to help prevent avoidable accidents.