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""Trails and Summits of the Green Mountains"" serves as a comprehensive and evocative guide to the rugged landscapes of Vermont. Written by Walter Collins O'Kane, this work captures the spirit of the early 20th-century hiking movement, offering detailed accounts of the paths that wind through one of New England's most iconic mountain ranges. The book provides readers with practical information on navigating the terrain while simultaneously celebrating the serene beauty and majestic vistas found at every peak. O'Kane's narrative takes the reader across the backbone of the state, exploring the diverse flora, fauna, and geological features that define the Green Mountains. From the popular heights of Mount Mansfield and Camel's Hump to the lesser-known ridges and valleys, the text is both an instructional manual for the aspiring climber and a literary tribute to the wilderness. It emphasizes the physical and mental rewards of outdoor exploration, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the history of trail-blazing and the enduring appeal of the Vermont landscape. Whether used as a historical reference for modern hikers or enjoyed as a piece of classic nature writing, ""Trails and Summits of the Green Mountains"" remains a foundational text for understanding the recreational heritage of the Northeast. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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