The White Hills

The White Hills: Their Legends, Landscape, And Poetry is a book written by Thomas Starr King in 1866. It is a comprehensive and detailed exploration of the White Mountains of New Hampshire, covering their history, geography, legends, and poetry. The book is divided into several sections, each of which delves into a different aspect of the White Mountains. The first section provides an overview of the geography and geology of the region, including descriptions of the various peaks, valleys, and rivers that make up the landscape. The second section focuses on the legends and folklore associated with the White Mountains, including stories of Native American tribes, early settlers, and supernatural beings said to inhabit the area. The third section of the book is devoted to the poetry inspired by the White Mountains. King includes works by a variety of poets, both famous and obscure, who have been moved by the beauty and majesty of the region. Throughout the book, King's writing is descriptive and evocative, capturing the rugged beauty of the White Mountains and the sense of awe and wonder that they inspire. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, culture, and natural beauty of this iconic American wilderness.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.