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Lot 333 - "Instant Legends From The Rock Pile Vintage New Hampshire Mount Washington Memoir By Lee Vincent, Printed By New England History Press, 1975
Vintage softcover book titled "Instant Legends from the Rock Pile" by Lee Vincent, published in 1975, Concord, New Hampshire, and printed by New England History Press, Somersworth, New Hampshire. Cover photo by Brud Warren. Collection of short memoirs and anecdotes documenting life and experiences atop Mount Washington, known locally as "The Rock Pile," where Vincent served as a weather observer and storyteller. A follow-up to his earlier writings on the challenges and humor of mountain life, this work captures both the rugged isolation and the camaraderie of staff stationed at the summit weather observatory. Light toning, handling wear, and foxing to covers consistent with age.