Shermans Bar Harbor Guide

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Excerpt from Sherman's Bar Harbor Guide, Business Directory and Reference Book Many people are deterred from visiting Bar Harbor by the idea that there is a tedious, uncomfortable and expensive trip, by land or water, between them and this paradise of summer resorts this work will strive to show them that they can travel cheaply, rapidly and luxuriously in the most modern of steamboats or palace cars. In fine, it will be the endeavor of the editor to correct all those erroneous notions about Bar Harbor life which have sprung rather from a lack of information than from misstatement; and toil lumine the path thither in a manner that, it is hoped, will lead many to tread it to their lasting benefit, during the coming summer. It is with a deep sense of his inability to depict attractions to which the talent of even the greatest of modern artists has failed to do full justice, that the writer begins his task. But he is comforted in the reflection that those of his readers to whom the scenery is familiar can fully appreciate the difficulties of the work, while those for whom the future still holds the pleasure, will forget the feeble copy in the contemplation of the sublime reality. Alick J. Grant.fl Bird's-eye View of Bar Harbor and Frenchman's Bay. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Bar Harbor has evolved from humble beginnings to become one of Maine's most popular destinations. This tour goes beyond the typical travel guide to explore its fascinating historical sites in detail. A trail of existing buildings and monuments provides a backdrop for an unconventional history of places, people and events, with many previously unpublished photographs and untold entertaining stories. Discover the changes wrought by the world wars, the Spanish influenza, Prohibition and the Fire of 1947. Tour the Way Bak Ball, La Rochelle, the Casino and the Wharf. From Bar Harbor's first African American sea captain to the story of the two Miss Shannons, author Brian Armstrong offers a fascinating look into the history behind some of Bar Harbor's most famous landmarks.

A sweeping, richly illustrated architectural study of the large, historic New England coastal resort hotels

Contains up-to-date information on travel in the state of Maine, with recommendations on lodging, restaurants, regional events, family activities, entertainment, and natural landmarks.

By 1898, when the production of picture postcards began, Bar Harbor had become one of America's leading summer resorts and second only to Newport, Rhode Island, in wealth and social standing. For the next six decades, the postcard recorded the transformation of this coastal island community into a middle class tourist destination. Grand hotels, seaside mansions, and elegant gardens made way for roadside cabins and motels catering to automobile travelers. Bar Harbor features many never-before-published postcards from the collections of the Maine Historic Preservation Commission, the Bar Harbor Historical Society, and the Penobscot Marine Museum.

The standard by which all other Maine travel guides are judged—now completely revised and reenvisioned The best-selling and most trusted guide to Maine is back! Once again fully updated and revised, this 18th edition features a brand-new design with expanded sidebars, itineraries, and lush color photographs throughout. As always, authors Christina Tree and Nancy English offer the best, most up-to-date recommendations for food, lodging, recreation, shopping, events, and much more. Whether you’re a native New Englander or one of the thousands of visitors who flock to “Vacationland” every year, in Explorer’s Guide Maine you’ll find the most comprehensive and useful information to make your stay more enjoyable.