Publisher's Synopsis
Mount Desert: A History is a book written by George Edward Street in 1905. It is a comprehensive account of the history of Mount Desert Island, located off the coast of Maine in the United States. The book covers the island's geological formation, Native American settlement, European colonization, and subsequent development as a popular summer resort destination. Street provides detailed descriptions of the island's natural beauty, including its mountains, forests, lakes, and coastline. He also explores the island's social and cultural history, including the lives of its wealthy summer residents and the impact of tourism on the local economy. The book is an important historical document that offers insights into the early development of tourism in the United States and the cultural significance of Mount Desert Island.This scarce antiquarian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.
