The Black Cross Clove: A Story And A Study is a book written by James Luby and published in 1910. The book is a combination of a fictional story and a study of the history and geography of the Black Cross Clove region in New York State. The story follows the adventures of a young man named Tom as he explores the rugged wilderness of the Black Cross Clove, encountering various dangers and challenges along the way. The study portion of the book provides a detailed examination of the geography, geology, and history of the Black Cross Clove region. Luby delves into the geological formation of the area, the flora and fauna that inhabit it, and the history of the Native American tribes that once lived there. He also discusses the impact of European colonization on the region and the development of the area as a popular tourist destination.Overall, The Black Cross Clove: A Story And A Study offers readers a unique blend of adventure, history, and natural science. It is a fascinating glimpse into a little-known corner of New York State and a testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world.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.