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Rambles In Mount Desert

- With Sketches Of Travel On The New England Coast, From Isles Of Shoals To Grand Menan (1871)

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""Rambles in Mount Desert"" is a travelogue written by Benjamin Franklin DeCosta in 1871. The book details the author's travels along the New England coast, from the Isles of Shoals to Grand Menan, with a particular focus on his experiences in Mount Desert. Through his vivid descriptions, DeCosta paints a picture of the natural beauty of the region, including its mountains, lakes, and forests. He also provides insights into the local culture and history of the area, including the traditions of the Wabanaki people who have lived in the region for centuries. The book is illustrated with sketches and maps, adding to the reader's understanding and enjoyment of the text. Overall, ""Rambles in Mount Desert"" is a fascinating and informative account of one man's journey through a stunningly beautiful and culturally rich part of America.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781104370893
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 280
  • Udgivet:
  • 27. April 2009
  • Størrelse:
  • 229x152x15 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 415 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 16. Oktober 2024

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""Rambles in Mount Desert"" is a travelogue written by Benjamin Franklin DeCosta in 1871. The book details the author's travels along the New England coast, from the Isles of Shoals to Grand Menan, with a particular focus on his experiences in Mount Desert. Through his vivid descriptions, DeCosta paints a picture of the natural beauty of the region, including its mountains, lakes, and forests. He also provides insights into the local culture and history of the area, including the traditions of the Wabanaki people who have lived in the region for centuries. The book is illustrated with sketches and maps, adding to the reader's understanding and enjoyment of the text. Overall, ""Rambles in Mount Desert"" is a fascinating and informative account of one man's journey through a stunningly beautiful and culturally rich part of America.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.

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