More Autumnal Views from Greylock

Beauty and Belief in the Berkshires

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October 17th 2022
The Berkshire Mountains of western Massachusetts are by no means the highest peaks in the United States, but, foot for foot, they might have inspired more writers than any other range. In particular, Mount Greylock, the highest peak in the state at 3,500 feet, has attracted and inspired scores of famous writers: Melville, T ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more