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Legends II: Barnet, Vermont —
The Pond, The People, and Summers Past
SOFT COVER | 6 × 9 | 340 PAGES | ISBN: 979-8-234-13898-9
Discover the forgotten history, lakeside lore, and enduring traditions of a quintessential New England town.
In this long-awaited companion to Legends of Barnet, Vermont, author Kathleen Monroe returns with a captivating portrait of community, culture, and the evolution of vacationing and summer life in this historic Vermont town. Drawing on years of meticulous research and the personal recollections of longtime residents, Monroe brings to life the vibrant history of Harvey Lake, the surrounding hills, and Barnet’s seven distinct neighborhoods.
Inside this beautifully illustrated volume, you will uncover:
Harvey Lake’s Rich Past: The fascinating history of the families who built the area’s iconic summer camps and lakeside resorts.
Local Legends & Landmarks: The stories behind historic Vermont inns, buildings, community services, and local personalities and their accomplishments.
Enduring Traditions: The folklore, community history, and timeless tales that define Barnet’s legacy.
Richly illustrated with rare historical photographs, Legends II weaves together genealogy, folklore, and living memory. It is an essential read for history enthusiasts, genealogists, Vermontiana enthusiasts, and those who recognize and empathize with past struggles, which help us make sense of how today’s world was shaped by the deep-rooted stories that define a place.
As one Ohio reader of the first volume reflected, “I was skeptical. What could Barnet’s history teach me? But I discovered...that the history of Barnet, Vermont, is the history of many of us.”