Summer Outings in the Old Granite State – Kessinger Publishing (1890) New Hampshire Travel Guide (Facsimile)

Summer Outings In The Old Granite State is a facsimile reprint of a 1890 travel guide by George W. Storer, presented by Kessinger Publishing. It invites readers to experience New Hampshire’s legendary landscapes, where pine forests meet rugged granite and tranquil lakes reflect broad skies. The edition preserves the original’s regional structure, guiding you through mountains, lakes, and valleys with time-honored detail. A nod to the Merrimack Valley Route ties the text to historic travel networks, helping modern readers imagine how travelers moved through the Granite State more than a century ago.

What you’ll discover within these pages includes richly described locales, practical notes for day trips, and a sense of place that online guides often can’t fully capture. The book is organized into regional chapters, letting you plan routes that align with your interests—whether it’s a challenging hike, a serene lakeside afternoon, or a scenic drive through connecting valleys. Highlights include evocative scenery descriptions, references to lookout points, and suggestions for weaving multiple destinations into a single outing. The maps and engraved illustrations offer visual anchors to help you picture terrain and navigate unfamiliar trails or towns before you arrive.

Edition details and navigation

• Facsimile reprint faithful to the original text
• Maps and illustrations to aid planning and navigation
• Regional chapters covering mountains, lakes, and valleys
• Historically-informed routes like the Merrimack Valley Route

Condition and value

• Used Book in Good Condition
• Affordable, high-quality edition by Kessinger Publishing

This edition notes that the scarce antiquarian work is a faithful facsimile reprint, designed for easy reference and enjoyment. Minor imperfections may appear consistent with vintage materials. If you collect or study regional travel history, this edition offers a tangible link to New Hampshire’s outdoor heritage and a window into how travelers once experienced the Granite State’s landscapes.