Publisher's Synopsis
Mount Desert: A History is a book written by George Edward Street and published in 1905. The book provides a comprehensive history of Mount Desert, a small island located off the coast of Maine, USA. The author delves into the island's geological formation, its early inhabitants, and the arrival of European settlers. The book also covers the development of the island's economy, including the growth of the fishing and shipping industries, and the rise of tourism. Street also examines the social and cultural development of the island, including the establishment of churches, schools, and other institutions. The book is richly illustrated with photographs and maps, and provides a fascinating insight into the history of Mount Desert, from its early days as a remote outpost to its emergence as a popular tourist destination.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.
