The History of the White Mountains, From the First Settlement of Upper Coos and Pequaket is a book written by Lucy Howe Crawford and published in 1886. The book provides a comprehensive history of the White Mountains region in New Hampshire, covering the period from the first settlement of Upper Coos and Pequaket to the time of publication.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific period in the history of the region. The first chapter provides an overview of the geography and geology of the White Mountains, while the second chapter describes the Native American tribes that inhabited the area before European settlement.Subsequent chapters cover the arrival of European settlers in the region, the establishment of towns and settlements, and the growth of industries such as logging and tourism. The book also includes detailed descriptions of notable landmarks and natural features in the White Mountains, such as Mount Washington and the Franconia Notch.Throughout the book, Crawford provides a wealth of historical information and anecdotes, drawing on a range of primary and secondary sources. She also includes numerous illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the region's history and geography.Overall, The History of the White Mountains, From the First Settlement of Upper Coos and Pequaket is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of New Hampshire's White Mountains 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.
