| Author |
Anonymous |
| Title |
Minnewaska Mountain Houses
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif (This file was produced from images
available at The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Minnewaska Mountain Houses" by Anonymous is a historical account written during the late 19th century. The book serves as a promotional publication detailing the Minnewaska area, a summer resort nestled in the Shawangunk Mountains of New York. It focuses on the location's natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and accommodations available for guests. The text provides an extensive overview of the Minnewaska region, describing its picturesque landscapes, including Lake Minnewaska and various nearby attractions such as Awosting Falls and Millbrook Mountains. It details the appealing features of the resort houses, including amenities, activities, and beautiful views that entice visitors. The narrative emphasizes the area's bracing atmosphere and the select clientele it attracts, ensuring a refined escape amidst nature. Overall, it is both a guide and a celebration of an idyllic retreat for summer visitors seeking comfort, recreation, and stunning scenery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
F106: United States local history: Atlantic coast. Middle Atlantic States
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| Subject |
Summer resorts -- New York (State)
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| Subject |
Hotels -- New York (State)
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| Subject |
Bars (Drinking establishments) -- New York (State)
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| Subject |
Minnewaska (N.Y.) -- Pictorial works
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
43958 |
| Release Date |
Oct 15, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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