Description
In 1883, wearing a sixty-pound suit sewn from leather boot-tops, a wanderer known only as the Leather Man began to walk a 365 mile loop between the Connecticut and Hudson Rivers that he would complete every 34 days, for almost six years. His circuit took him through at least 41 towns in southwestern Connecticut and southeastern New York, sleeping in caves, accepting food from townspeople, and speaking only in grunts and gestures along the way.
What remains of the mysterious Leather Man today are the news clippings and photographs taken by the first-hand witnesses of this captivating individual. The Old Leather Man gathers the best of the early newspaper accounts of the Leather Man, and includes maps of his route, historic photographs of his shelters, the houses he was known to stop at along his way, and of the Leather Man himself.
This history tracks the footsteps of the Leather Man and unravels the myths surrounding the man who made Connecticut's caves his home.
Details
Discover the incredible journey of the Leather Man with The Old Leather Man: Historical Accounts of a Connecticut and New York Legend. This riveting book takes you back to 1883 when a mysterious figure donning a sixty-pound leather suit embarked on a 365 mile loop between the Connecticut and Hudson Rivers. For nearly six long years, the Leather Man completed this extraordinary circuit every 34 days, captivating the townspeople along the way.
Unearth the fascinating details of the Leather Man's unique lifestyle, as he slept in caves, relied on the kindness of strangers for food, and communicated only through grunts and gestures. Immerse yourself in the gripping accounts shared by eyewitnesses who carefully documented this enigmatic individual. The Old Leather Man meticulously brings together the finest early newspaper reports, allowing you to delve into the intricacies of this legendary journey.
Enhancing your experience, this book features meticulously crafted maps that trace the Leather Man's route, as well as historic photographs of his shelters, the houses he frequented, and even rare images of the Leather Man himself. Dive deep into the footsteps of an icon and unravel the myths that have surrounded the Leather Man for generations.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary historical account of the Leather Man – order your copy of The Old Leather Man today and embark on a captivating journey like no other.
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