Farrar's Illustrated Guide Book To The Androscoggin Lakes And The Headwaters Of The Connecticut, Magalloway, And Androscoggin Rivers (1887)

Farrar's Illustrated Guide Book To The Androscoggin Lakes And The Headwaters Of The Connecticut, Magalloway, And Androscoggin Rivers (1887) is a comprehensive guidebook that provides an in-depth look at the geography, history, and natural beauty of the Androscoggin Lakes and the surrounding rivers in the northeastern United States. The book is authored by Charles Alden John Farrar and is illustrated with numerous maps, sketches, and photographs that bring the region to life.The guidebook begins with an overview of the region's geography, including detailed descriptions of the lakes and rivers that make up the Androscoggin watershed. Farrar then delves into the history of the region, discussing the early Native American tribes that inhabited the area and the European settlers who arrived in the 17th and 18th centuries. He also provides information on the logging industry that dominated the region in the 19th century.The bulk of the book is devoted to detailed descriptions of the various lakes and rivers in the region, including information on their size, depth, and the fish species that inhabit them. Farrar also provides practical advice for visitors, including tips on fishing, camping, and navigating the waterways.Overall, Farrar's Illustrated Guide Book To The Androscoggin Lakes And The Headwaters Of The Connecticut, Magalloway, And Androscoggin Rivers (1887) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and natural beauty of this unique region of the United States.Dixville Notch, Grafton Notch, And Andover, Maine And Vicinity. With A New And Correct Map Of The Lake Region, Drawn And Printed Expressly For This Book. Also, Contains A Valuable Treatise On Camping Out, And The Game And Fish Laws Of Maine And New Hampshire, As Revised By The Last Legislatures. Railroad, Steamboat, And Stage Routes, Time Tables, Table Of Fares, List Of Hotels, Prices Of Board, And Other Valuable Information For The Sportsman, Tourist, Or Pleasure Seeker.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.