Hudson Valley Curiosities

2017-08-21 History

Author : Allison Guertin Marchese
Release : 2017-08-21
Genre : History
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Book Rating : 118/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis Hudson Valley Curiosities by : Allison Guertin Marchese

Download or read book Hudson Valley Curiosities written by Allison Guertin Marchese. This book was released on 2017-08-21. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hudson Valley is steeped in mysteries, from Celtic chambers resting in the deep woods of Putnam to Millbrook's abandoned Bennett College. The beautiful, tree-spotted landscape of the Hudson Valley hides the strange and sometimes frightening stories of the region. In the Highlands, Iroquois chief Daniel Nimham gave his life for the cause of American independence. The great passenger steamship Swallow sank near the shores of Athens. And there is even one strange night in the Catskills where a legendary playwright miraculously survived a midnight plunge off the suspended Schoharie Bridge. Author Allison Guertin Marchese reveals a treasure-trove of curious tales recounting the most uncommon history of bad guys, bold girls, creepy colleges, missing mastodons and more in this wondrous region of New York.

Hudson Valley History and Mystery

2020-08-28

Author : Michael Adamovic
Release : 2020-08-28
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Book Rating : 244/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Hudson Valley History and Mystery written by Michael Adamovic. This book was released on 2020-08-28. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Hudson Valley is rooted in the mysterious. In fact, author Washington Irving called it "the spellbound region." But whether fact, superstition, or legend, the mystery of the region is detailed here through an amazing range of sites from enigmatic stone structures and ancient petroglyphs, to battlefields, haunted mountaintops, and popular waterfalls. Tales of ghosts and strange creatures, a hint of the supernatural, and attention-grabbing folklore and real-life experiences abound, including a fair share of lost treasure--from the infamous pirate Captain Kidd and outlaw Claudius Smith, to the more modern gangster, Dutch Schultz. Each of the 20 chapters includes mystifying stories, beautiful and expansive photography, and a "Getting There" section that provides coordinates and detailed directions to the location. So whether you're in the mood for an armchair vacation, or real visits to mysterious places, the Hudson Valley region is the place to be.

A History of the Hudson Valley

2020-02 History

Author : David Levine
Release : 2020-02
Genre : History
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Book Rating : 895/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book A History of the Hudson Valley written by David Levine. This book was released on 2020-02. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the dinosaurs and the glaciers to the first native peoples and the first European settlers, from Dutch and English Colonial rule to the American Revolution, from the slave society to the Civil War, from the robber barons and bootleggers to the war heroes and the happy rise of craft beer pubs, the Hudson Valley has a deep history. The Hudson Valley: The First 250 Million Years chronicles the Valley's rich and fascinating history and charms. Often funny, sometimes personal, always entertaining, this collection of essays offers a unique look at the Hudson Valley's most important and interesting people, places, and events.

The Hudson Valley: The First 250 Million Years

2020-02-01 History

Author : David Levine
Release : 2020-02-01
Genre : History
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Book Rating : 906/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis The Hudson Valley: The First 250 Million Years by : David Levine

Download or read book The Hudson Valley: The First 250 Million Years written by David Levine. This book was released on 2020-02-01. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the dinosaurs and the glaciers to the first native peoples and the first European settlers, from Dutch and English Colonial rule to the American Revolution, from the slave society to the Civil War, from the robber barons and bootleggers to the war heroes and the happy rise of craft beer pubs, the Hudson Valley has a deep history. The Hudson Valley: The First 250 Million Years chronicles the Valley’s rich and fascinating history and charms. Often funny, sometimes personal, always entertaining, this collection of essays offers a unique look at the Hudson Valley’s most important and interesting people, places, and events.

Legends and Lore of Sleepy Hollow and the Hudson Valley

2011-07-21 History

Author : Jonathan Kruk
Release : 2011-07-21
Genre : History
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Book Rating : 195/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Legends and Lore of Sleepy Hollow and the Hudson Valley written by Jonathan Kruk. This book was released on 2011-07-21. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A storyteller examines Irving’s “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” and the lore that inspired it, as well as other local legends of the Hudson Valley. The story of Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman is one of America's best-known fables, but what other stories does the Hudson Valley hold? Imps cause mischief on the Hudson River, a white lady haunts Raven Rock, Major Andre’s ghost seeks redemption and real headless Hessians search for their severed skulls. These mysterious and spooky tales from the region’s past inspired Irving and continue to captivate the imagination to this day. “Kruk has been enchanting audiences with his dramatic, enticing storytelling ability for 20 years.” —Suzanne Rothberg, Tarrytown-Sleepy Hollow Patch

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