Get to know: Our Maine by Aram Calhoun; Malcolm Hunter Jr. and Kent Redford

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I first visited Maine in 2009 and fell in love. Many return trips followed to favorite spots like Kennebunkport, Portland and, most especially, Acadia National Park. ANP is one of my favorite places in the world.

So, it is not surprising that I was very excited about this book. That said, this title is not a tourist guidebook. Rather it is a deep dive into the ecology, diversity, climate and more, and some of the people of Maine. The authors invite the reader to dip in anywhere or they say, start like Alice (in Wonderland) at the beginning and keep going. Whichever way a reader approaches this title, there is much to learn in what felt to me like a somewhat academic title.

There are many gorgeous photos in this book along with maps, charts and more. These enhance the text and give those who don’t know a good sense of the state. Those who already know Maine will probably leave this book knowing more than they did.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Globe Pequot Down East Books for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: 01 August 2023