Statement of responsibility from colophon

"In celebration of the Appalachian Trail's 75th anniversary, this official book-- published in association with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy-- documents the history, beauty, and significance of America's most iconic trail"--Jacket flap

Fashioning the dream -- Blazing the footpath -- Signs, shelters, and a whole new goal -- Regathering the momentum, gaining the prize -- Sea changes for the trail and its steward -- Redefining the mission, reshaping the trail -- New challenges, a new trailway -- Photo galleries: Maine to Georgia