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"The land of the sky"

Chapter 1: “THE LAND OF THE SKY;” OR, ADVENTURES IN MOUNTAIN BY-WAYS.
By Christian Reid
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A travel narrative follows a small party as they explore the high mountain country of western North Carolina, combining practical route notes and lively episodic sketches. The narrator records landscapes, mountain passes, and valley life, interweaving descriptions of outdoor pursuits such as hunting and fishing with observations on travel difficulties, local customs, and seasonal conditions. Chapters alternate between scenic description, personal anecdote, and advice for travelers, producing an accessible account that balances natural history, social detail, and the pleasures and inconveniences of mountain travel.

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Title: "The land of the sky"

or, Adventures in mountain by-ways

Author: Christian Reid

Illustrator: William Ludwell Sheppard

Release date: August 17, 2025 [eBook #76690]
Most recently updated: September 24, 2025

Language: English

Original publication: New York: D. Appleton and Company, 1875

Credits: Elizabeth Steere (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)

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“THE LAND OF THE SKY;”
OR,
ADVENTURES IN MOUNTAIN BY-WAYS.