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The Adirondacks: American Playground

The Adirondacks: American Playground

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Condition: Very Good

Condition Notes: Cover shows minor shelf wear. Contains a gift inscription on copyright page. Pages are clean and in good shape. Binding is tight. Dust Jacket shows moderate wear with some tears along edges.

Author(s): Charles Albert Sleicher
Edition: 1st Edition

Publication year: 1960

Binding: Hardcover

Language: English

Publisher: Exposition Press

The Adirondacks: American Playground is a super-Baedeker about one of our nation's most interesting and storied regions, written comprehensively and with skill and ardor. It will be valuable for those who want to work there as well as for those who want to play there.

The scope of the work may be indicated by the chapter titles-"Geography and Natural Resources of the Adirondacks," which covers the mountains, lakes, weather, lumbering, mining, the forest preserve and the New York State Conservation Commission; "Flora and Fauna of the Adirondacks," "Early Inhabitants and Travelers in the Adirondacks" (ranging from Indians to the Hermit of Cold River Flow), "An Introductory Tour of the Adirondacks" (including such fascinating spots as the North Pole at Whiteface Mountain, the Land of Make Believe and The Place of 1,000 Animals), "The Southern Watershed: People and Places of the Hudson-Mohawk Valleys," "The Northeast Watershed: The Lake Champlain Basin" and "The Northwest Watershed: Waters of Lake Ontario and the Upper St. Lawrence."


This is the definitive book about the Adirondacks—a treasure-trove about the region, past and present, its places of interest, people, institutions and flora and fauna.

The picture section illustrates tangibly the author's enthusiasm and will induce the reader to share it.

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Book Condition Scale

  • Like New

    This book is in excellent condition and appears to have been read only once. The pages are clean and unmarked, with no creases or stains. The binding remains firm and tight. There may be minimal signs of shelf wear on the cover or dust jacket, but overall, the book looks and feels nearly new.

  • Very Good

    This book has been read but remains in great condition. It does not look new, yet there is no obvious damage to the cover. Wear and tear are minimal. The pages are clean, free of highlighting or notes, though it may contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.

  • Good

    This book shows moderate to heavy signs of wear that can include creases, stains or tears. The cover may have minimal damage, and the binding remains intact with slight wear. The majority of pages are undamaged, though there may be some highlighting, underlining, or notes. It may also contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.

  • Acceptable

    This book shows significant wear, which may include tears, large stains, creases, loose pages, and heavy notes, underlining, or highlighting. The binding may be loose but remains intact. While it has noticeable imperfections, it is still a complete and readable copy. Any major defects will be clearly noted in the listing.

  • As Is

    This book is visibly worn and may be heavily soiled, scuffed, stained, or spotted. It may have loose joints, hinges, or pages, and some text or pages may be missing. Large tears and other significant defects may be present. While still a readable copy, it shows substantial signs of use. Any major flaws will be clearly noted in the listing.

  • Dust Jacket Grading

    (A) Excellent
    The dust jacket is in excellent condition, may show the slightest signs of shelf wear, if any.

    (B) Good
    Shows minor shelf wear, usually along edges and may have a few light stains.

    (C) Fair
    Displays moderate shelf wear, including some noticeable small tears, creasing and/or stains.

    (D) Poor
    Contains large tears, several creases, and/or heavy staining.

    (F) As Is
    Shows significant wear and tear. Majority of dust jacket is torn or missing. May contain heavy staining.