Annie Smith Peck
Annie Smith Peck
Annie Smith Peckwas an American mountaineer. She lectured extensively for many years throughout the United States, and wrote four books encouraging travel and exploration...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionAthlete
Date of Birth19 October 1850
CountryUnited States of America
hurt new-york mountain
I am afraid if there is anything to be afraid of. A precipice cannot hurt you. Lions and tigers can. The streets of New York I consider more dangerous than the Matterhorn to a thoroughly competent and careful climber.
practice brain endurance
Nothing to mountaineering, just a little physical endurance, a good deal of brains, lots of practice, and plenty of warm clothing.
suicide depressing home
Although one is not inclined to be timid or nervous, it is nevertheless a trifle depressing to receive letters full of expostulation and entreaty: 'If you are determined to commit suicide, why not come home and do so in a quiet lady-like manner?'