Around Cresson and the Alleghenies

by Anne Frances Pulling

Book Overview

In this book, early views of the famous Horseshoe Curve, the Gallitzin Tunnels, and the Mountain House are intertwined with photographs of homes, churches, and the people who made the area prosper and grow.

The Allegheny Mountains constantly challenged early settlers to use their creativity and skills to conquer what seemed an almost insurmountable barrier. The founding fathers recognized potential in the area both as a resort...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0738590401
• ISBN13: 9780738590400
• Release Date: March 1997
• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.5" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Around Cresson And The Alleghenies, PA

SISTER ANNE FRANCES DID A WONDERFUL JOB CAPTURING THE HISTORY OF CRESSON, PENNSYLVANIA. THE PICTURES IN THE BOOK ARE SUPER GREAT. I HAVE BOUGHT SEVERAL BOOKS AS GIFTS. RECOMMENDED IF YOU ARE FROM THE AREA OR HAD FRIENDS OR RELATIVES FROM THE AREA. A LOT OF RICH HISTORY IN THIS REGION.

Excellent photographic essay

An excellent book full of historic details and photographs