ebooks Woodswoman: Living Alone in the Adirondack Wilderness by Anne LaBastille in History

Review

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. She made me miss the AdirondacksBy Suzan CookeI spent my childhood in Ticonderoga; Potsdam; and Port Henry which were all part of or adjacent to the Adirondack Park. Anne LaBastille's book brought me home to my childhood in a place of unbelievable beauty.She captured the wonders of the icy cold; clear mountain lakes and ponds. I could practically taste the crispy skins of fresh caught brookies sizzling in a cast iron frying pan.Some reviews have faulted Anne; wondering how she could have all those pictures; when she has pointed out how while her cabin was isolated she was part of a community of both permanent residents of the mountains and lakes; and of visitors.I am looking forward to reading the other books by Anne specifically because of her involvement with the ecology movement.The Adirondacks are a special place and need to be protected from the ravages of those who destroy their beauty with clear cutting; mountain topping and fracking.They haven't been really wild ever as they were home to Native Peoples before the coming of the of the colonialists.One thing that should be noted is Anne's mention of the railroads through the mountains as an alternative to building roads and filling the mountains with cars. In many cases the railroad right of way is already there.All in all reading this book takes me home; home to the mountains.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Great woman in the wilderness storyBy Jo Ann PlanteThis is the story of a woman; who heads out into the woods to live off the land. The story is personal and very well written. She shares her joys and struggles and difficulties being a woman in the wilderness. I would hightly recommend this novel.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Return to the wilderness with LaBastille!By Manda RaeI am a first time reader of the Woodswoman series but I must admit that I was immediately hooked! I read the book front to back within several days and am anxious to continue with the others (please make ebooks). The authors descriptive imagery and passion for the untamed wildreness was so inspiring and contagious I wanted to pack up a sack and head out to see it for myself. The best part is she points you towards other Adirondack guides and literature as the book progresses so an interested reader can delve into more fantastic Adirondack history!