The History Of The White Mountains, From The First Settlement Of Upper Coos And Pequaket (1886) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165604050)

The History of the White Mountains, From the First Settlement of Upper Coos and Pequaket is a book written by Lucy Howe Crawford and originally published in 1886. The book offers a comprehensive account of the history of the White Mountains region in New Hampshire, USA, starting from the earliest settlements in the Upper Coos and Pequaket areas. The book provides a detailed description of the geography, flora, and fauna of the region, as well as the lifestyles and customs of the Native American tribes that inhabited the area before the arrival of European settlers. The author also covers the early explorations and settlements by French and English colonizers, including the establishment of the first permanent settlement in the region by Samuel Osgood in 1763.The book also delves into the economic and social developments that shaped the region, including the growth of tourism and the establishment of the White Mountain National Forest. The author provides insights into the lives of the people who lived and worked in the region, including farmers, lumberjacks, and hoteliers.Overall, The History of the White Mountains is a comprehensive and engaging account of the history of one of America's most iconic natural landmarks. It offers a wealth of information and insights into the region's past and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of New England and the White Mountains.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Lucy Howe Crawford
ISBN-10: 1165604051
ISBN-13: 9781165604050
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 278
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.83lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.58d