Big Moose Lake (NY) (Images of America) [Paperback]

William L. Scheffler (Author), Frank Carey (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 25, 2000

From the 1890s through the 1920s, the postcard was an extraordinarily popular means of communication, and many of the postcards produced during this "golden age" can today be considered works of art. Postcard photographers traveled the length and breadth of the nation snapping photographs of busy street scenes, documenting local landmarks, and assembling crowds of local children only too happy to

pose for a picture. These images, printed as postcards and sold in general stores across the country, survive as telling reminders of an important

era in America's history. This fascinating new history of Big Moose Lake, New York, showcases more than two hundred of the best vintage postcards available.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Collected and interpreted by William L. Scheffler and Frank Carey, the images in this informative volume provide readers with a delightful trip down memory lane, bringing an important period of the area's history to life for visitors and members of the younger generation.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (June 25, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0738504114
• ISBN-13: 978-0738504117
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,633,191 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What a Great Tour Both Around the Lake and in Time, September 30, 2000

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James H Dunning - See all my reviews

This review is from: Big Moose Lake (NY) (Images of America) (Paperback)

This book is extremely enjoyable and informative. Not only did I love seeing the history of Big Moose Lake through the wonderful collection of vintage picture post cards, but I couldn't resist comparing each picture to the corresponding snapshots I've taken over the years! It is truly amazing how little has changed geographically in this incredibly scenic area of New York State. Scheffler and Carey, however, also do a great job showing the reader how social factors -- like fashion and entertainment -- have changed in the Adirondacks in the past 100 years. A wonderful tour of photographs that transport the reader around the lake and through time.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A trip back in time, September 1, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Big Moose Lake (NY) (Images of America) (Paperback)

This book will be near and dear to anyone who has visited Big Moose Lake or the Adirondacks.

For the ones who have visited the region before, the book provides a trip back in time and describes how the popular vacation spot got it's start. The best thing about the book and the lake is that not many things have changed since the early 1900's. When reading or just looking at the pictures, travelers are able to take a quick trip around the lake they love whenever they please.

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding History, July 20, 2005

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L. CURTIN "Big Moose Maven" (New Rochelle, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Big Moose Lake (NY) (Images of America) (Paperback)

The book provided a wonderful backdrop for an upcoming trip to Big Moose Lake. It was wonderful way to learn about the area by way of historic postcards. Get it if your planning a trip to the area.