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New Edition --- 2025
with Preface by Emily Russell and a few new song lyrics, updates, and reviews Breaking Trail: Remarkable Women of the Adirondacks by Peggy Lynn and Sandra Weber The accomplishments of Adirondack women have remained unknown and unsung for too long. No longer! Peggy Lynn is singing songs about Lydia and others, proclaiming "Mountain women can be heroes." Sandra Weber is digging through archives and recovering pieces of women's history. Now Peggy and Sandra have joined together to present the stories of remarkable Adirondack women. These women displayed courage, intelligence, fortitude, and backcountry buffoonery. As you read their stories, be prepared to sob and chuckle. Be ready to reconsider Adirondack history. First edition (out of print) published by Purple Mountain Press, 2004 New edition available from Purple Mountain Press or at bookstores throughout the Adirondack region.
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