Publisher's Synopsis
Richard Hovey is passionate about saving some of Vermont's historic treasures. In his enthusiasm to preserve the old snow roller barn of Peacham village, he became interested in finding snow rollers for the barn. Very few remain. Each is different and demonstrates the ingenuity of Vermonters to make roads passable in the winter. This book is a fascinating collection of snow roller photographs and quotations. There are studies of the construction of snow rollers and snow rollers are shown doing their tasks of packing snow on roads powered by horse and oxen. Included are many photos of historic rollers and some of modern replicas. Some rollers are pictured in the field and some in museums. Folklore where found is preserved in this book in the language of rural Vermont. Enjoy is all
