This beautiful volume brings together the writings of some of America's most celebrated authors and artists, all of whom were inspired by the stunning natural beauty of the Catskill Mountains. The book includes descriptions, sketches, and paintings of the region by luminaries such as James Fenimore Cooper, Charles Irving, and William Cullen Bryant. It's a must-have for anyone interested in American literature, art, or natural history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.