Native Americans called the area Couxsaxrage; "beaver hunting ground." Professor Ebenezer Emmons named it Adirondack; after one of the native tribes. Along the Adirondack Trail traces the history and lore of the Adirondacks up the scenic roadway through the heart of New Yorks mountain-and-lake country. Included are tales of the Mohawk Indians and their beatified princess; Tekakwitha; the site of the mansion of Sir William Johnson; one of Americas most influential citizens of the 1700s; and an important battleground of the Revolution. Rare original photographs portray each of the twenty settlements on the trail from Fonda to Malone; reflecting the lives of the guides; loggers; trappers; sportsmen; camp owners; tourists; leather workers; and health seekers who opened up the unknown county.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. B-More Rocks!By CustomerIm a native baltimorian i am looking forward to reading about all the interesting people places the help shape the culture of this great city...0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Baltimore BookBy Matt ButlerGood book lots of old photos.i appreciate the nostalgia thanks Matt0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. excellent bookBy A CustomerI have only just read this book. Excellent information provided and well researched material. Hope more of this is being prepared for future volumes.
