Despite the intensely rigid social structures and gender roles, as evidenced by the quote below from a famous alpine guide, Miriam broke the mold. Her 1927 climbs in the Alps blew people's mind.
"The Grépon has disappeared. Of course, there are still some rocks standing there, but as a climb it no longer exists. Now that is has been done by two women alone, no self-respecting man can undertake it. A pity, too, because it used to be a very good climb."
Read this short and delightful Adventure Journal essay about a true alpine trailblazer.
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