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Thoreau gives an account of three canoe and hiking journeys - by himself and with others - through the mostly uninhabited forests of Maine in the 1850s. Identifying birds, trees and plants by their botanical as well as their common names, he also records the Indian names of lakes, rivers and plants. He investigates the connections between waterways and trails, and provides detail on camping, fishing and hunting in the woods, using whatever is at hand. Extolling the beauty of the wilds that he encounters, Thorough’s narrative is also imbued with elements of his philosophy.

On August 31, 1846, the twenty-nine-year-old Henry David Thoreau embarked on a remarkable journey from his cabin at Walden Pond to Bangor, Maine. From there, he ventured deep into the wilderness accompanied by his Penobscot guide, Joe Polis. This expedition, often overshadowed by his more famous work Walden, reveals profound philosophical insights that some argue are even more impactful. Thoreau offers a sympathetic and insightful perspective on the Indigenous nations of Maine, particularly the Penobscot and Passamaquoddy, making this account a vital exploration of nature and culture. - ...

The Majesty of the Maine Coon: America's Beloved Gentle Giant Cat Breed With their lustrous, plumed tails, prominent ear tufts, engaging personalities, and imposing yet graceful frames, Maine Coon cats have enchanted and intrigued cat lovers for over a century. As one of the oldest natural cat breeds in North America, the Maine Coon is shrouded in colorful lore about its origins but revered for the regal bearing and companionability that have earned it the fitting nickname of “America's Cat.” Today these gentle giants remain beloved as the official state cat of Maine and pride of cat ...

Author Sharon Kitchens identifies the locations that serve as the basis for King's fictional towns of Castle Rock, Jerusalem's Lot, Derry, and Haven. Drawing on historical materials and conversations with locals and people who know King, the author sheds light on daily life in places that would become the settings for Carrie, Salem's Lot, The Dead Zone, Cujo, IT, and 11/22/63.

The Maine Coon is one of the largest and oldest domestic cat breeds. Known for its friendly nature, tufted ears, bushy tail, and tufted paws, the Maine Coon has distinctive physical characteristics.

Come here the story of the legendary and historic awarding of 867 Congressional Medals of Honor that were bestowed upon the 27th Maine Regiment of Infantry Volunteers. Then, author & historian Lori-Suzanne Dell 'continues the conversation' with Archivist Laura Jody. Also, hear the story of the first Thanksgiving that took place on the shores of Maine. Finally, hear the story of how Maines Pine Tree Flag, and the State's Dirigo flag, both came to be. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/storiesfrommaine

Conversations with Maine Fishing Guides and Fishing Community Luminaries; the people behind fishing in Maine.

Here for Generations tells the tale of a town and a bank that have moved in concert since 1852. The book captures their sweeping history through triumph and tragedy and brings to life the people and events that shaped their journey in the Pine Tree State. Islandport Press, Gusto, a Matter Company, and Bangor Savings Bank present Here for Generations: The Story of a Maine Bank and its City by Dean Lawrence Lunt and read by Jamey Doughty with narration by Lannie Moffatt, an introduction by Stephen King read by Joyce Clark-Sarnacki, and with epilogues from P. James Dowe Jr. & Bob Montgomery-Rice.