"Mount Desert Island Region Of The Maine Coast" 1963 Map (SOLD)

Map of the Mt. Desert Island Region of the Maine Coast c1963 by Luther S. Phillips Map Sz: 19 1/2"H x 15 1/2"W Frame Sz: 25 1/4"H x 21 1/4"W w/ bamboo frame w/ yellow matte VG This is a rare second edition 1963 Luther S. Phillips pictorial map of Mount Desert Island, Maine. It highlights one of the most popular tourist destinations on the eastern seaboard - Acadia National Park. Philips' maps have been popular since their inception, and variations are still published today, but first editions, here, are special and scarce. Illustrations highlight the region's wildlife and its maritime heritage. Banners mark the most well-known locations, such as Cadillac Mountain and the De Gregoire Monument. Major roads appear and lakes, ponds, monuments, stores, and campgrounds are labeled. A vignette of the Black House occupies par the upper left corner. Mount Desert Island Popularized as a vacation destination during the 19th century, Mount Desert Island is renowned for its exceptional natural beau