Massanutten; a 50-mile-long mountain range; ends in a striking peak in the Shenandoah Valley of western Virginia; splitting the Blue Ridge Mountains fromthe Alleghenies and the North and South Forks of theShenandoah River. Once an area where Native Americansdwelled and perhaps cultivated the land; Massanutten boasted healing springs that blossomed to become a four-season resort. Private homes intermingle with a conference center; timeshares; and condominiums in an area of preserved woodland heritage. This volume chronicles the history and development of this part of the mountain range; from its use as a Civil War lookout point to a modern-day ski resort complete with golfing and a water park. Included are glimpses of sports; business; and political notables like Lance Armstrong; Del Webb; and Bob Mathias; who have made their marks here�either as guests or in the development of the resort itself.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great starting pointBy CJThis book provides an excellent an inexpensive overview of this era of racing. although I was hoping for a lot more technical discussion of the hydroplanes themselves. which is does not provide much of. Still. its worth having for dedicated fans and Ill probably eventually pick up some of his other books as well. When I was a kid in the 80s. unlimited hydroplane racing had a lot more mainstream popularity than it seems to now. so it was great to take a stroll down Memory Lane while reading this. Lots of discussion of the lives of the players and the tensions and rivalries between the teams and within the teams. as well as seeing some fairly rare pictures. although many are black and white.Im still searching for a large high quality coffee table book on this subject with lots of color photos and technical discussion. Im sure such a book wont be cheap. but its on my list...0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great book!By M. WeberAnother great book by David Williams on Unlimited Hydroplane racing. This one covers the recent turbine era. If your a fan of the sport you will enjoy the book.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Hydro BookBy C. CarlsonThis was a birthday gift that went over real well. I received it very quickly. The book was immediately opened and scoured for information by several people.
