Description

The White Hills: Their Legends, Landscape, and Poetry is a book written by Thomas Starr King and published in 1866. The book is a collection of essays and poems about the White Mountains of New Hampshire, which are a range of mountains known for their beauty and natural wonders. The book is divided into three parts. The first part explores the legends and myths surrounding the White Mountains, including stories about Native American tribes and their beliefs about the mountains. The second part of the book focuses on the landscape of the White Mountains, describing the mountains, valleys, and rivers in detail. The third part of the book includes a collection of poems inspired by the White Mountains, written by King and other authors. Throughout the book, King writes in a poetic and lyrical style that captures the beauty and majesty of the White Mountains. He also provides historical context and scientific information about the mountains, making the book both informative and entertaining. Overall, The White Hills: Their Legends, Landscape, and Poetry is a must-read for anyone interested in the natural beauty of the White Mountains and the rich history and culture of the region.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.