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An Oberland Châlet

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About This Book

During a summer spent in a remote Swiss châlet, a small family chronicles adapting to simple mountain life, domestic routines, and encounters with local villagers and guides. The narrative blends intimate, often humorous household episodes with lively travel sketches of nearby glaciers, passes, lakes, and peaks, and with practical observations about lodgings, food, and alpine customs. Interspersed are descriptive walking routes, portraits of village characters, and reflections on landscape, light, and weather, producing a personal, episodic travelogue that balances outdoor adventure, family life, and cultural detail.

About the Author

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Edith Elmer Wood

Edith Elmer Wood was an American author known for her evocative writing and keen observations of nature and human experience. Her notable work, "An Oberland Châlet," reflects her appreciation for the beauty of the Swiss Alps and the simplicity of life in a mountain setting. Wood's literary contributions often explore themes of solitude, reflection, and the interplay between humanity and the natural world. Through her vivid descriptions and engaging narratives, she invites readers to immerse themselves in the serene landscapes and contemplative moments that define her work.

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