Adirondacks (62 results)

Condition: Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.

paperback. Condition: Very Good.

Trade Paperback. Condition: Near Fine. Revised Edition. An excellent copy. 1993 Trade Paperback. xi, 177 pp. Includes revisions by Robert L. Lyon and Hallie E. Bond. For years, George Washington Sears, under the penname Nessmuk, contributed a glorious series of pieces on canoeing the Adirondacks, exploring rivers and streams, climbing the many mountains and peaks, and chronicling his long relationship with one of the greatest canoe builders, J. Henry Rushton.

Condition: new.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New.

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Paperback. Condition: Good.

Condition: new.

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Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 2nd edition. 177 pages. 8.25x5.75x0.50 inches. In Stock.

Condition: New.

Octavo, pp. [i-iv] v-xl [1-2] 3-198 [199-200: blank], frontispiece map, green cloth stamped in gold, pictorial endpapers. First edition. An essential supplement to ADIRONDACK BIBLIOGRAPHY . (1958) that not only includes the literature from the 1956-1965 period, but has many new listings for books, pamphlets and articles published prior to 1956, as well as a list of corrections and additions to items in the core list. In addition, there is a fine 32-page introductory bibliographical survey of the seven historical periods of Adirondack history by William K. Verner, Curator of The Adirondack Museum. Touch of rubbing to cloth at spine ends, a very good copy without dust jacket as issued. (#163880).

Wraps. Condition: G/NO DUSTJACKET. No Illustrations (illustrator). New York, NY: Association for the Protection of the Adirondacks. G/NO DUSTJACKET. 1907. Wraps. Letter to the members of the legislature of the State of New York for 1907 Concerning the Proposed Amendment to Section 7 of Article VII of the Constitution Relating to the Forest Preserve. . 8vo., 16 pp., yellowing .

10.5x16.5 cm, pp. [i-iii] iv [5] 6-32, 10 plates with color steel engravings made from photographs, one folded, disbound. Probably a later printing. According to Sabin, the earliest edition is dated 1858 and the work was reprinted in 1859 (see Sabin 52322). It had a color frontispiece (according to some authorities), ten color plates (one folded) and a map. According to the publisher's note (page ii): "The Steel Engravings with which this Work is embellished were executed from Photographs taken expressly for it by Mr. Holmes, of Broadway, New York, who was commissioned by the Publishers to visit the scenes represented." Cole 48. Plum 1193. A defective copy missing the pictorial wrappers as well as the frontispiece and map. (#167522).

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Cover shows minor shelf wear. Pages are clean and in good shape containing some foxing. Binding is tight. Map is in very good condition containing some foxing around edges as well.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history of the efforts made by The Association for the Protection of the Adirondacks in New York state during the late 1800s. The author discusses the local and national contexts which engendered the Association's campaign for forest protection, showing the urgency and forward thinking of the group's founders. The book further explores the broader public health and economic benefits of forest preservation, as well as the aesthetic and recreational value of the Adirondack and Catskill areas, touching on the importance of the region's natural beauty and cultural appeal. In exploring the efforts of this historical group, and the arguments they made for preservation, the author provides important insights into the broader context of environmental protection in the United States, and the motivations for our modern concern for ecological conservation. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book stands as a prominent chronicle of the Association for the Protection of the Adirondacks, showcasing the organization's unwavering efforts to safeguard the pristine wilderness of the Adirondack Mountains. It delves into the chronicles of the association's noble mission from its inception, with prominent figures such as William Rockefeller and Robert C. Pruyn among its esteemed founders. The book highlights the challenges faced by the organization in the face of rapid industrialization and the relentless pursuit of economic gain. It captures the essence of the Adirondacks, its captivating landscapes, unspoiled lakes, and rich biodiversity, while shedding light on the significant role played by the association in ensuring its preservation. Through a detailed account of the association's campaigns, legal battles, and conservation triumphs over more than a century, the book underscores the vital importance of wilderness protection. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Kartoniert / Broschiert. Condition: New. The second, revised edition of a classic, 19th-century work which captures the pleasures of camping and canoeing in the Adirondacks. The letters of George Washington Sears should interest not only the wilderness lover, but also the boater and craftsman who .

Octavo, pp. [i-iii] iv [5-7] 8-420, flyleaves at front and rear, original decorated black cloth stamped in blind and gold, light brown endpapers. First edition. The Institute's report for 1848. Agriculture, horticulture and technology are the main topics. Includes "Geological Tour in the State of New York" by E. Meriam, pp. 156-164, which includes a page and a half description of the Whiteface region of the Adirondacks in autumn 1848, focusing on the 1844 fire on Whiteface and its affect on the vegetation. "The institute was founded on February 18, 1828, and its fairs attracted wide attention from investors and capitalists. Among the inventions which received early recognition from the institute were the McCormick reaper, the sewing machine, Colt's firearms, the type revolving and double power printing press machines, the first anthracite coal burning stove, the Morse telegraph, the Beach Pneumatic Transit, the stocking loom, the telephone, and the Francis metallic lifeboat and lifesaving appliances." - New International Encyclopedia (1905). Cloth lightly worn at upper spine end, lower corner tips worn, a few spots to cloth, some scattered foxing to text, a very good copy with bright gold stamping on spine panel. (#163944).

Soft cover. Condition: Good. 1st printing (circa 1921 according to WorldCat). Oblong pictorial & stapled wraps, 6" x 9/1/2". (60pp). Title page attractively & rustically designed. One page introduction followed by very nice sepia toned photos. Two maps, one of eastern U. S. & the other, "Automobile Road Map Northern New York." There are some residue spots stuck to the back cover (a long time ago most likely). Else good+ or vg. This title is quite scarce. WorldCat locates only two copies.

No Binding. Condition: Very Good. An original antique hand coloured topographical view. Colouring not contemporary but delicately and expertly executed . Mounted and ready to frame . Excellent condition - circa 1868 . A splendid opportunity to acquire a fine original view . Attractive and unusual.

Octavo, pp. [1-5] 6-290 [291- 320: ads], original pictorial wrappers. Later edition. Issued as Street & Smith's "The Adventure Library," number 87. The novel is copyright 1895 by N. L. Munro and 1913 by Street & Smith. The 1913 edition was Street & Smith's number 719 of their "New Medal Library" series. This dime novel has been attributed to William George "Gilbert" Patten (1866-1945), a very prolific American author best known for the Frank Merriwell series written under his pen name Burt L. Standish. His earliest novels were published by Beadle and later, Norman L. Munro, but most of his career was spent doing hack work for Street & Smith. "Apart from the Merriwell stories, Patten wrote 75 complete novels and an unknown number of stories. He estimated that he had written 40 million words as an author. In total, some 500 million of his books were in print, making him one of the best-selling fiction authors of all time." - Wikipedia. Not in Plum, or supplements. Pulpy text paper tanned, wrappers dusty, a very good copy. (#156877).