Cloudsplitters and Spy Thrillers: Books that Capture the ADK

Can't make it to the Adirondacks? No worries! In this episode of ADK Talks, we embark on a literary expedition through the mountains, exploring books that capture the essence of the Adirondack experience.

From thrilling tales set in the heart of the wilderness to insightful narratives about the region's rich history, we've curated a reading list that promises to transport you straight to the towering pines and serene lakes of the North Country.​

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Whether you're an avid reader seeking your next great adventure or longing for the crisp air and rustling leaves of the Adirondacks, this episode offers a perfect blend of storytelling and exploration. Let us guide you through pages that echo the loon's call and the pines' whisper.​

Our reading list.

• Last of the Mohicans by James Fenimore Cooper
• God of the Woods by Liz Moore
• The Spy Who Loved Me by Ian Fleming
• Woodswoman by Anne LaBastille
• Cloudsplitter by Russell Banks
• American Tragedy by Theodore Dreiser
• Loon Lake by E.L. Doctrow

Mentioned in this podcast.

• Cooper’s Cave
• Fort William Henry
• Robert Garrow
• Douglas Legg and Great Camp Santanoni
• ADKX
• John Brown Farm
• Chester Gillette
• “A Place in the Sun”

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